NERVOUS SYSTEM

1. Introduction

The nervous system is an incredibly complex yet vital part of the correctly functioning
human body. With all the different parts and connections between them, this neurological
system is carefully balanced and coordinated. There are chances that the system functions
incorrectly and causes debilitating disorders. Understanding the ‘nervous system’ requires
knowledge of its various parts. This article will describe the details of the nervous system,
its types and also the clinical impact of its dysfunction.

2. Embryology

3. Basics
1. Nerve Cells
2. Saltatory Conduction
3. Synapses
4. Neuromuscular Junctions

4. Central Nervous system

1. Brain
2. Brain stem
3. Cerebellum
4. Spinal cord

5. Peripheral Nervous System

1. Spinal Nerves
2. The Cranial Nerves

6. Somatic Nervous System

1. Cervical plexus
2. The Brachial plexus
3. Lumbar plexus
4. Sacral Plexus

7. Autonomic Nervous System

1. Divisions
2. Gray and white rami communicantes
3. Sympathetic outflow
4. Parasympathetic Nervous System
5. Pelvic splanchnics

8. Enteric Nervous System