Nociception Pathway: How Your Brain Processes Pain | (Think)

Описание: Nociceptors are the specific high-tech alarm systems in your body that detect everything from a stubbed toe to a spicy pepper. In this video, we break down the Nociception Pathway to explain exactly how pain signals travel from your nerves to the Somatosensory Cortex.

We will explore the specific mechanics of nociceptors, the high-speed data transfer of the spinal cord, and why the limbic system makes pain feel emotional. You will learn the science behind Phantom Limb Pain and how your body's natural pharmacy uses endorphins to block agony. If you ever wondered how the brain processes pain or what triggers that specific "ouch" moment, this is the video for you.

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What You Will Learn
00:48 What are Nociceptors.
01:55 How Pain Signals Travel to the Brain.
02:53 The Somatosensory Cortex Explained.
03:55 Why Pain Feels Emotional.
04:50 How the Body Blocks Pain.
05:44 Phantom Limb Pain Science.
06:37 Why We Feel Pain Evolution.

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