Does the spinal cord give commands in spinal reflex actions?

False: The spinal cord does not go all the way down the vertebral column. It ends at the L1. read more

Physiology of Reflexes. Reflex movements are movements initiated by sensory receptors, which, by having synaptic contacts within the spinal cord, are a basic level of regulation of muscles or glands. The Spinal Reflexes are the most basic of all reflexes, but other parts of the central nervous system also contain reflex pathways. read more

Both in the brain and cord active power is confined to the gray matter. The brain itself gives rise to reflex actions—actions which take place without the will or consciousness of the individual, such as instinctive shrinking from a threatened blow, or blinking from a flash of light. read more