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Touch and Feel: Understanding the Tactile System

Touch and Feel: Understanding the Tactile SystemBy: Misty Gibson, PhD Published on: 12/06/2024

This post is about the tactile system which involves the perception of pressure, temperature, traction, and pain through skin receptors, playing a crucial role in how we interact with the world around us.

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Touch and Feel: Understanding the Tactile System

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