I don’t consider myself someone who knows much about medical terms, so I was surprised when I got the answer for the “type of nerve” clue instantly. I recently learned about this particular nerve; otherwise, I would have struggled to solve this LA Times Mini Crossword clue.

The right answer for this one might be a word you don’t know at all unless you’re familiar with the various nerves that make up the human body. We’ve got you covered with everything you need to know to arrive at the right answer for the “type of nerve” clue.