The term "paradoxical extensor reflex" refers to a neurological response that appears counterintuitive to normal reflex actions. It typically occurs when the expected flexor reflex in response to a stimulus becomes an extensor reflex. In this particular context, some synonyms for "paradoxical extensor reflex" are "inverted extensor reflex", "reversed extensor reflex" or "aberrant extensor reflex". These terms encapsulate the contradictory nature of this reflex, where the body's response goes against the expected pattern. While relatively uncommon, the paradoxical extensor reflex can occur in certain neurological conditions or spinal cord injuries, creating unusual reactions that challenge typical physiological reflexes.