Abstract
Proprioception relies on mechanoreceptors located in deep tissues such as muscles and tendons. However, low-threshold mechanoreceptors located in the skin and hair follicles may also contribute to proprioception, in addition to touch. Here, we review evidence for such a role.
| Original language | English (US) |
|---|---|
| Title of host publication | The Senses |
| Subtitle of host publication | A Comprehensive Reference: Volume 1-7, Second Edition |
| Publisher | Elsevier |
| Pages | 61-66 |
| Number of pages | 6 |
| Volume | 4 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 9780128054093 |
| ISBN (Print) | 9780128054086 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Jan 1 2020 |
Keywords
- Mechanoreceptor
- Proprioception
- Sensorimotor
- Touch
- Whisker system
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Medicine
- General Neuroscience
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