Motor imagery and motor (re)learning: neural mechanisms and behavioral implications

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titleMotor imagery and motor (re)learning: neural mechanisms and behavioral implications
start_date2018/11/29
schedule10h30-12h
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summaryMotor imagery practice is known to improve motor learning. Less is known about the neural mechanism underlying such improvements. In the current presentation, I will focus on a new model of neural plasticity that includes three main mechanisms: i) cortical reorganization, ii) LTP-like plasticity (with reinforcement of synapse sensitivity and conductivity within implied corticospinal networks), and iii) modulation of spinal excitability (with decrease of pre-synaptic inhibition and greater sensitivity of corticomotoneuronal junction). Examples of force and speed-accuracy trade-off tasks will support these mechanisms.
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