Spinal Trigeminal (sensory) Pathway Flashcards
1
Q
Function
A
Pain/temp from head/face
2
Q
Receptors
A
Free nerve endings (nociceptors)
3
Q
1st synapse
A
Spinal trigeminal nucleus
4
Q
SC tract
A
N/A
5
Q
Decussates?
A
Caudal medulla/ cervical SC (as it leaves spinal V nucleus)
6
Q
Brainstem pathway
A
Descending spinal tract of V
Ascending medial side of STT
7
Q
2nd order Target
A
VMpo thalamus
8
Q
Final Target
A
Middle insular cortex
