Spinal Tracts Flashcards
1
Q
DCP
A
sensory functions: 2 point discrimination, vibration and Proprioception
Laterality: Contralateral from the brain level.
Pathway: Nucleus cuneatus in medulla—> VPL in thalamus—> area 312 of the cortex
2
Q
STT
A
sensory function: Pain, Temperature, light touch.
Laterality: contralateral beginning from the spinal cord
Pathway: Nucleus Propius in spinal cord—> VPL in thalamus—> area 312 of cortex
3
Q
Sensory receptors for DCP
A
2 pt discrimination: Meinser’s Corpsuscle
Vibration: Pacinian (onion) Corpuscle
Proprioception: Joint nerve endings (joint capsules)