Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
deafferentation
Noun
/diˌaf.əˈren.t̬eɪt̬ɪŋ/
Definition
Deafferentation refers to the loss of sensory input to the brain due to the damage or severing of the afferent nerves responsible for carrying sensory information.
Examples
- After the accident, the medical team noted signs of deafferentation in the patient’s sensory responses.
- Researchers are studying how deafferentation affects motor control in patients with nerve injuries.
- Patients with deafferentation may experience altered sensations, such as numbness or tingling.
Meaning
The condition where sensory signals are disrupted or blocked from reaching the brain, often resulting in impaired sensory perception.
Synonyms
- sensory deprivation
- nerve damage
- sensory loss
