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4.05 - Cutaneous Proprioceptive Encoding of Body Kinematics

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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 languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationThe Senses
Subtitle of host publicationA Comprehensive Reference: Volume 1-7, Second Edition
PublisherElsevier
Pages61-66
Number of pages6
Volume4
ISBN (Electronic)9780128054093
ISBN (Print)9780128054086
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 1 2020

Keywords

  • Mechanoreceptor
  • Proprioception
  • Sensorimotor
  • Touch
  • Whisker system

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Medicine
  • General Neuroscience

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