Posterior columns

The dorsal columns, or posterior columns, are ascending pathways primarily concerned with sensory function. They are responsible for transmitting vibration, conscious proprioception, and fine (discriminative) touch .

The dorsal columns are divided two tracts, which are discussed separately :

• medial: fasciculus gracilis (column of Goll)
• lateral: fasiculus cuneatus (column of Burdach)

Related pathology

• dorsal cord syndrome

Siehe auch:

• Fasciculus cuneatus