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The scratch reflex is a reflex transmitted by very sensitive nerve endings near the surface of the skin via the spinal cord, and is a reflex frequently inherited by mammals. The nerve signal includes positioning to pinpoint the location of the itch, and the effect of the reflex is either an affective sensation or even an involuntary action to make a scratching movement that usually relieves the itch. The scratch reflex is a reflex to help an organism protect and rid its body of parasites and other irritants.

In case of intense itch, scratching to relieve it can cause pain, and such pain signals are believed to suppress the itch signals due to a lateral inhibition effect, as the dorsal column system transmits critical sensations much faster than the cruder spinothalamic tract that deals with less accurate types of sensations, such as itch, also at a slower pace. 03:42, 22 September 2009 (UTC)Sanjay Challa (talk)

Neural Generation of the Scratch Reflex

Research has shown that the scratch reflex is generated by spinal central pattern generators [1]

Neural Control of the Scratch Reflex

See also

Notes

  1. ^ Mortin LI, Stein PS. Spinal cord segments containing key elements of the central pattern generators for three forms of scratch reflex in the turtle.J Neurosci 9: 2285–2296, 1989.

References

  • Palaniappan, S. (2004-02-12). "Sci Tech: Scratch reflex". The Hindu. Retrieved 2005-12-16. {{cite news}}: Check date values in: |date= (help)
  • Bernard Spilman. "Neurological background: Ascending Spinal Tracts". Neurokinesiology. Retrieved 2005-12-16.
  • Various (October 17, 2005). "Why do dogs shake their legs when you scratch their belly?". Google Answers. Retrieved 2005-12-16.


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