Peripheral Nervous System

Synonyms of peripheral nervous system

• PNS
• external nervous system
• somatic nervous system

Antonyms of peripheral nervous system

• central nervous system
• CNS

Collocations of peripheral nervous system

central nervous system

Frequency: 90 %

The central nervous system consists of the brain and spinal cord.

autonomic nervous system

Frequency: 80 %

The autonomic nervous system regulates involuntary bodily functions.

sensory nerves

Frequency: 75 %

Sensory nerves transmit information from the body to the brain.

motor neurons

Frequency: 70 %

Motor neurons control muscle movement in the body.

nerve damage

Frequency: 60 %

Nerve damage can result in loss of sensation or movement.

Idiomatic Expressions for peripheral nervous system

• Phrase: peripheral nervous system in overdrive
  Meaning: describing a state where the peripheral nervous system is working excessively or at an accelerated pace
  Usage: The patient's symptoms indicate that their peripheral nervous system is in overdrive, causing heightened sensitivity and pain.