Publisher's Synopsis
The Involuntary Nervous System is a book written by Walter Holbrook Gaskell in 1920. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the involuntary nervous system, also known as the autonomic nervous system. The autonomic nervous system controls the functions of the body that are not under voluntary control, such as heart rate, digestion, and breathing.The book is divided into four sections. The first section provides an introduction to the autonomic nervous system and its functions. The second section covers the anatomy of the autonomic nervous system, including the structure and function of the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems.The third section of the book covers the physiology of the autonomic nervous system, including how it regulates various bodily functions. The final section of the book covers the clinical applications of the autonomic nervous system, including disorders and diseases that affect its function.Overall, The Involuntary Nervous System is a comprehensive and detailed guide to the autonomic nervous system, written by one of the leading experts in the field. It is a valuable resource for medical professionals and researchers, as well as anyone interested in learning more about the functions and workings of the human body.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
