Tract ✦ Direct
: While usually referring to nerves, the term is also used for systems like the Gastrointestinal (GI) Tract or Respiratory Tract , which are continuous tube-like structures for digestion and breathing.
: Handles fine touch, vibration, and proprioception (body position). : While usually referring to nerves, the term
: Each tract contains fibers representing the opposite (contralateral) half of the visual field. : While usually referring to nerves
: A specialized MRI technique (Diffusion Tensor Imaging) used to map white matter tracts and plan brain surgeries. : While usually referring to nerves, the term
: Delivers unconscious information about muscle tension and position to the cerebellum. 🔽 Descending Tracts (Motor)
