Any_Respond_9011 t1_jdvlcef wrote on March 27, 2023 at 2:59 PM

Reply to comment by Mord42 in Why does mild compression lead to paresthesia but not paralysis? by Hola3008

It could be that they are more important for survival, therefore it's "worth" making them more robust. It's unpleasant to wake up with tingly/numb legs, but it's much better than not being able to run/defend from danger because you can't control them.

Mord42 t1_jdvwy0p wrote on March 27, 2023 at 4:15 PM

That makes sense but ultimately isn't a satisfying answer for me. Personally I'm more concerned about the specific biochemical pathways that control and cause this effect.