Proprioceptor (Noun)
Meaning
Special nerve endings in the muscles and tendons and other organs that respond to stimuli regarding the position and movement of the body.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The proprioceptor in the muscle spindle helps to regulate muscle tone and movement by detecting changes in muscle length and tension.
- Damage to the proprioceptors in the ankle joint can lead to impaired balance and coordination.
- The proprioceptors in the tendons and ligaments of the knee joint provide important feedback to the nervous system about the position and movement of the joint.
- The proprioceptor system plays a crucial role in our ability to perform complex movements, such as playing a musical instrument or riding a bicycle.
- The proprioceptors in the inner ear, along with those in the muscles and tendons, help to maintain our sense of balance and spatial orientation.