Spinal Locomotor Pattern Generator (review) / 中国康复理论与实践
Chinese Journal of Rehabilitation Theory and Practice
;
(12): 1017-1020, 2006.
Article
in Chinese
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-977531
ABSTRACT
@# It is generally accepted that locomotion in mammals, including humans, is based on the activity of neuronal circuits within the spinal cord (the central pattern generator, CPG). Recent studies indicate a plastic behavior of the spinal neuronal circuits following a spinal cord injuries (SCI). Studies have shown that body weight support treadmill training (BWSTT) is effective in restoring locomotor function in cats with a complete spinal lesion. It has become possible to regain some locomotor activity in patients with spinal cord injury through an intense training on BWSTT, as in cat. So, it is a staired problem how to take advantage of the plasticity of spinal locomotor pattern generator and design the gait training program for SCI patients.
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WPRIM (Western Pacific)
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Chinese
Journal:
Chinese Journal of Rehabilitation Theory and Practice
Year:
2006
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