Neurophysiology: Brain-Stem Function and Control

The area of medicine which focuses on the diagnosis and monitoring of neurological diseases through the measurement and evaluation of nervous system function is known as neurophysiology. Brain-stem is an important part of the nervous system which connects the brain to the spinal cord. There are majorly three parts of the brain-stem, which includes the medulla oblongata, the midbrain and the pons and sometimes the diencephalon. The brain-stem plays a crucial role in conduction. This involves relaying the information from the body to the cerebellum and cerebrum, which pass through the brainstem. It also has integrative functions which play an integral role in respiratory control, alertness, pain sensitivity control, cardiovascular system control, consciousness and awareness. This book is a compilation of chapters that discuss the most vital concepts and emerging trends in the field of neurophysiology. It provides comprehensive insights into brain-stem function and control. This book will prove to be immensely beneficial to students and researchers in this field.