Parasympathetic nervous system: The part of the involuntary nervous system that serves to slow the heart rate, increase intestinal and glandular activity, and relax the sphincter muscles. The parasympathetic nervous system, together with the sympathetic nervous system, constitutes the autonomic nervous system.
Today the American Center for Law & Justice (ACLJ), along with its co-counsel, filed a petition with the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals seeking rehearing in the appeal involving the undercover investigation of the abortion industry conducted by the Center for Medical Progress (CMP).
What is the ACL? The ACL, or the Anterior Cruciate Ligament, is one of four main ligaments around the knee that connect the femur (thigh bone) to the tibia (shin bone). The ACL prevents the tibia from sliding forward on the femur, and provides stability to the knee with twisting or pivoting activities, such as playing basketball and soccer.