plexuses Sentence Examples
- The spinal cord branches out into complex networks of nerves called plexuses.
- The brachial plexus, located in the neck, innervates the upper limbs.
- The lumbar plexus, situated in the lower back, controls the muscles of the leg and foot.
- The celiac plexus, a network of nerves in the abdomen, regulates digestion.
- The solar plexus, often referred to as the "abdominal brain," is a major nerve plexus associated with the sympathetic nervous system.
- The sacral plexus, located in the pelvis, innervates the muscles of the buttocks, perineum, and lower limbs.
- Damage to a plexus can cause significant nerve dysfunction, leading to muscle weakness, numbness, and pain.
- Nerve blocks injected into the plexuses can provide pain relief during surgical procedures.
- The autonomic plexuses control involuntary functions such as heart rate, digestion, and respiration.
- Researchers are investigating the role of plexuses in various neurological conditions, such as chronic pain syndromes and neuropathies.
plexuses Meaning
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plexuses (pl.)
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The spinal cord branches out into complex networks of nerves called plexuses.
The brachial plexus, located in the neck, innervates the upper limbs.
The lumbar plexus, situated in the lower back, controls the muscles of the leg and foot.
The celiac plexus, a network of nerves in the abdomen, regulates digestion.
