No Certificate / Course on Audit Track
This course introduces the spinothalamic tract, a key sensory pathway in the human nervous system. Learners will explore how pain, temperature, touch, and pressure signals travel from the body to the brain. The course covers the anatomy, pathway, and functional divisions of the tract, including its anterior and lateral components, as well as its role in the anterolateral system. Emphasis is placed on understanding the clinical significance and real-world implications of this sensory pathway.
This course has been curated by Riphah International University faculty and staff using publicly available third-party content and Open Educational Resources (OER) for self-paced learning. Learners will engage with curated open-access materials to achieve the course learning outcomes. All third-party content is used under open-access or fair-use policies, while any original materials are developed specifically for this learning experience.
Source and Credits:
By completing this course, you will be able to:
To be successful in this course, learners should have:
A basic understanding of sensory receptors
Knowledge of different types of sensations
Familiarity with neurons and synapses
Understanding of the somatosensory and motor cortex
Basic knowledge of the thalamus, cerebellum, and brainstem
This course is designed for:
Prerequisite Knowledge Overview
Prerequisite Knowledge Overview (Reading)
Overview of Ascending Somatosensory Pathways
Anatomy, Function, and Clinical Correlates (Video)
Approximately 3.5 Hours
Beginner
Fully Online (Asynchronous)
Self Paced
