Ascending pathways

Ascending pathways are part of the nervous system that carry information from your body to your brain. They transmit signals related to sensations like touch, pressure, pain, temperature, and proprioception (sense of body position). When you feel something, such as hot or sharp, these pathways send that information up through your spinal cord to your brain, allowing you to perceive and respond appropriately. They are essential for sensory awareness and help your brain interpret what's happening in your body and the environment around you.