Types of Skin Nerves: 8 Sensory Nerves & CT Network

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the types of sensory nerves present in human skin, including their functions and any recent discoveries related to them. Participants explore various categories of sensory nerves such as touch, temperature, pain, and others, while also referencing a network known as the CT Network.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about the different kinds of sensory nerves in the skin, listing several types including touch, temperature, and pain, and mentions a nerve associated with cuddling, referred to as the CT Network.
  • Another participant provides links to external resources that claim to list the official names of skin nerves and highlights the density of receptors in fingertip skin.
  • A different participant expresses skepticism about the completeness of the information provided in the linked resources and acknowledges unfamiliarity with some of the mentioned nerves.
  • Another suggestion is made to search for additional information on skin nerves to find more comprehensive resources.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not appear to reach a consensus on the completeness of the information regarding skin nerves, and there are differing views on the existence and naming of certain types of nerves.

Contextual Notes

Some participants note that the information available may not encompass all types of sensory nerves, and there is uncertainty regarding the official naming conventions and the completeness of the resources referenced.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in neurobiology, dermatology, or sensory physiology may find this discussion relevant.

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How many different kinds of sensory nerves are there present in our skin? I've heard of touch-lightly, touch-pressure, vibration, heat, cold, pain, itch, and tickle. Not to long ago I think a nerve for cuddling was found. Something called the CT Network. Also, are there any official names for these kinds of nerves?
 
Biology news on Phys.org
Not cuddling, but a lover's car-
ress:

BBC NEWS | Health | Lover's touch is special
Address:http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/2158489.stm

This informative site has all the
official names of the different
types of skin nerves:

Protecting, sensing, repairing: Nerves near the surface of the skin
Address:http://www.loreal.com/loreal-skin-science/us/proteger/organe.asp

-Zoobyshoe

There are 2500 receptors per
square centimeter on your finger
tips!
 
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It has a few of the nerves listed there. But I don't think it has them all. I've never heard of those though, thanx.
 
I searched "skin nerves". Try it
and you may come up with a more
comprehensive site.
 
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