Abnormal coactivation of knee and ankle extensors is related to changes in heteronymous spinal pathways after stroke

Abnormal coactivation of knee and ankle extensors is related to changes in heteronymous spinal pathways after stroke

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Abnormal coactivation of leg extensors is often observed on the paretic side of stroke patients while they attempt to move. The mechanisms underlying this coactivation are not well understood. This study (1) compares the coactivation...

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Main Authors: Bourbonnais Daniel, de Andrade Melo Sibele, Maupas Eric, Dyer Joseph-Omer, Forget Robert
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2011-08-01
Series:Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation
Subjects:
Hemiparesis
Extension synergy
Sensory afferents
Isometric strength
Spinal Circuits
Propriospinal
Online Access:http://www.jneuroengrehab.com/content/8/1/41

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