MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

Detailed explanation-1: -Touch receptors are a subtype of sensory neuron that are located in the skin and possess specialized endings that respond to mechanical stimulation. As part of the somatosensory system, touch receptors therefore transmit information regarding tactile stimuli to the central nervous system.

Detailed explanation-2: -The tactile corpuscles (also known as Meissner corpuscles) respond to light touch and adapt rapidly to changes in texture (vibrations around 50 Hz). The bulbous corpuscles (also known as Ruffini endings) detect tension deep in the skin and fascia.

Detailed explanation-3: -Meissner’s corpuscles (or tactile corpuscles) are responsible for sensitivity to light touch.

Detailed explanation-4: -Tactile (touch) Tactile receptors identify the sensation of touch and are all over our bodies in our skin. Some areas of our skin have more tactile receptors than other areas e.g. mouth and hands. The tactile senses are important for identifying touch, pressure, pain, temperature and texture.