Targeted Motor Rehabilitation Dissociates Corticobulbar Versus Corticospinal Dysfunction in an Animal Model of Parkinson's Disease
Conclusions: These data demonstrate dissociation between striatal dopamine depletion, limb versus cranial motor function, and targeted motor rehabilitation in a rodent model of PD. (Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair)
Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair - December 17, 2013 Category: Neurology Authors: Plowman, E. K., Maling, N., Thomas, N. J., Fowler, S. C., Kleim, J. A. Tags: Basic Research Articles Source Type: research

Dietary Strategy to Repair Plasma Membrane After Brain Trauma: Implications for Plasticity and Cognition
Conclusions. Curcumin complements the action of DHA on TBI pathology, and this property appears to be a viable strategy to counteract neuronal dysfunction after TBI and complement the application of rehabilitative interventions to foster functional recovery. (Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair)
Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair - December 17, 2013 Category: Neurology Authors: Wu, A., Ying, Z., Gomez-Pinilla, F. Tags: Basic Research Articles Source Type: research

Defining the Role of Sensation, Strength, and Prehension for Upper Limb Function in Cervical Spinal Cord Injury
Conclusions. The GRASSP is a sensitive diagnostic tool in distinguishing the relative contribution of strength, sensation and prehension to function. Thus, the impact of interventions on specific domains of impairment and related contribution on clinical recovery of the upper limb can be detailed to optimize rehabilitation programs. (Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair)
Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair - December 17, 2013 Category: Neurology Authors: Kalsi-Ryan, S., Beaton, D., Curt, A., Duff, S., Jiang, D., Popovic, M. R., Rudhe, C., Fehlings, M. G., Verrier, M. C. Tags: Clinical Research Articles Source Type: research

Energy Expenditure and Exercise Intensity of Interactive Video Gaming in Individuals Poststroke
Conclusions. Playing upper extremity (ie, Boxing) or mobility (ie, Run) AVGs in standing resulted in moderate EE and intensity for participants poststroke. EE was lower for poststroke than for able-bodied participants. (Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair)
Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair - December 17, 2013 Category: Neurology Authors: Kafri, M., Myslinski, M. J., Gade, V. K., Deutsch, J. E. Tags: Clinical Research Articles Source Type: research

Turning-Based Treadmill Training Improves Turning Performance and Gait Symmetry After Stroke
Conclusions. Turning-based treadmill training may be a feasible and effective strategy to improve turning ability, gait symmetry, muscle strength, and balance control for individuals with chronic stroke. (Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair)
Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair - December 17, 2013 Category: Neurology Authors: Chen, I.-H., Yang, Y.-R., Chan, R.-C., Wang, R.-Y. Tags: Clinical Research Articles Source Type: research