Concept
Proprioception
Overview
Proprioception ( PROH-pree-oh-SEP-shən, -ə-) is the sense of self-movement, force, and body position.
Proprioception is mediated by proprioceptors, a type of sensory receptor, located within muscles, tendons, and joints. Most animals possess multiple subtypes of proprioceptors, which detect distinct kinesthetic parameters, such as joint position, movement, and load. Although all mobile animals possess proprioceptors, the structure of the sensory organs can vary across species.
Proprioceptive signals are transmitted to the central nervous system, where they are integrated with information from other sensory systems, such as the visual system and the vestibular system, to create an overall representation of body position, movement, and acceleration. In many animals, sensory feedback from proprioceptors is essential for stabilizing body posture and coordinating body movement.
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Charles Darwin, The Expression of the Emotions in Man and Animals
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René Descartes, Selections from the Principles of Philosophy
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Henri Poincaré, The Foundations of Science
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