Fibres in the PNS.
| Fibre | Diameter | Myelinated | Nociceptor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aα- and Aβ-fibres | Large | Myelinated | Proprioception |
| Aδ-fibre | Medium | Lightly myelinated | Nociception |
| C-fibre | Small | Unmyelinated | Nociception |
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