What does proprioception mean?
Proprioception has to do with the communication that is transferred through the central nervous system, giving instruction to the muscle on how to contract. A proprioceptor is a sensory receptor that detects the motion or position of the body or a limb by responding to stimuli arising within the body. The central nervous system (CNS) receives and processes signals from these sensory receptors to coordinate movement and positioning. Throughout this program, the term proprioceptive input will be used in conjunction with neurological input, meaning communication between the brain (through the CNS) and a muscle. A good example is when a police officer suspects someone of driving while under the influence of alcohol. The driver has to stand with his or her eyes closed and arms out to the side (like an airplane) and try to touch the tip of his or her nose with his or her index fingers. Apparently, one’s ability to do this is a little more challenging when under the influence of alcohol. This
