Fibers & Receptors

NeuroanatomyUpdated 1 min read
Fiber typeMyelinSpeedMain function
AαHeavyFastestMotor + proprioception
AβHeavyFastFine touch, vibration
AγHeavyFastMuscle spindle control
AδHeavyMedium-fastSharp pain, cold
BLightMediumAutonomic preganglionic
CNoneSlowDull pain, itch, warmth

Receptors

Figure: Fibers & Receptors