secondary somatosensory cortex (S2)

The secondary somatosensory cortex (S2) is a brain area involved in processing touch and sensory information from the body. It works alongside the primary somatosensory cortex to help interpret what we feel, such as texture, pressure, and pain. Situated near the primary area, S2 helps us recognize objects by touch and contributes to our sense of body awareness. It integrates sensory signals to give a detailed understanding of our physical sensations, playing an important role in how we perceive and respond to our environment.