Chapter 5 Sensation and Reality

Oct 30, 2007 · Lots of Pain Receptors. Varied Distribution . 232 Pain points per 5 square centimeters (behind knee) 184 in Buttocks. 60 in the thumb. 44 on nose. Pain fibers are also on internal organs. Visceral Pain is felt on the surface of the body = Referred Pain. Somatic Pain (Bodily) 2 types. 1. Large nerve fibers. Skin, Muscles, Joints, Tendons . Sharp ... ................
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