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Neural Velocity

Meaning

Neural Velocity describes the speed at which electrical impulses—action potentials—travel along neuronal axons, a measure intrinsically linked to myelination status and overall nervous system efficiency. In wellness, assessing factors that influence this velocity is important because impaired speed can manifest as slowed reflexes or reduced cognitive processing, symptoms sometimes associated with severe hypothyroidism or chronic nutrient deficiencies. It quantifies the efficiency of central and peripheral signal transmission.