ncfpoozer

Proof?

In regards to your tongue... the nerve input is rather complicated.

The lingual nerve, which is a branch of the trigeminal (CN5) is responsible for general sensation from the anterior 2/3s of your tongue. However taste on the anterior 2/3 is done by the chorda tympani, which is a branch of the facial nerve (CN7).

The posterior 1/3 of your tongue is innervated by the glossopharyngeal nerve (CN9), which is responsible for BOTH sensation and taste.

Movement of your tongue is controlled by the hypoglossal nerve (CN12), with the exception of one tongue muscle which is controlled by the vagus (CN10).

Good luck with your recovery!

Also, what is the most painful stunt you've had to do?