Von Economo neurons

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Large neurons found in the posterior insula, uniquely enriched in humans, that integrate body movement knowledge, pain/discomfort sense, and can drive motivational processes to overcome discomfort.

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Improve Flexibility with Research-Supported Stretching Protocols | Huberman Lab Essentials

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Andrew Huberman

Large neurons found in the posterior insula, uniquely enriched in humans, that integrate body movement knowledge, pain/discomfort sense, and can drive motivational processes to overcome discomfort.