Spinal Locomotor Pattern Generator (review)
- VernacularTitle:脊髓步行中枢模式发生器
- Author:
Ying ZHANG
;
Shu-rong JI
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
spinal cord injuries, locomotion, central pattern generator, review
- From:
Chinese Journal of Rehabilitation Theory and Practice
2006;12(12):1017-1020
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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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.
