Review
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Ghazala T. Saleem
Summary: Motor imagery (MI) is the ability to mentally engage in a task without voluntary movement. MI is important for motor development and skill acquisition in children. However, there is a lack of measures to assess MI responsiveness in children, creating a research gap.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Ana Gil-Bermejo-Bernardez-Zerpa, Jose A. Moral-Munoz, David Lucena-Anton, Carlos Luque-Moreno
Summary: Motor imagery has been proven effective in improving motor recovery and quality of life in patients with multiple sclerosis. The use of MI, combined with musical and verbal guidance, can lead to significant improvements in walking speed and distance, fatigue, and QOL. While more research is needed, these findings suggest promising benefits for pwMS undergoing rehabilitation with MI.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Physiology
Majid Manawer Alenezi, Amy Hayes, Gavin P. Lawrence, Hans-Peter Kubis
Summary: Motor imagery training is an effective treatment for reduced muscle function, with the ability to increase muscle strength and improve imagery capability. It also has bilateral transfer effects on muscle strength and electromyography amplitude.
FRONTIERS IN PHYSIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Neurosciences
Franck Di Rienzo, Vianney Rozand, Marie Le Noac'h, Aymeric Guillot
Summary: In this study, the development of mental fatigue during kinesthetic motor imagery (MI) of isometric force contractions involving the dominant upper limb was examined. Mental fatigue was measured using a visual analogue scale (VAS) after each block of MI trials. Results showed that mental fatigue increased logarithmically over the course of MI, with greater fatigue during trials involving maximal isometric contractions (100% MVCMI). Surprisingly, maximal force improved during 100% MVCMI, but remained unchanged during trials involving 20% MVCMI. MI ability improved during 100% MVCMI, as indicated by increased ease and vividness ratings, while subjective measures revealed decreased MI ability during 20% MVCMI. Mental fatigue did not impair the priming effects of MI on maximal force performance or MI's ability for tasks involving high physical demands, but it did impair MI vividness and elicited boredom effects in tasks with low physical demands.
Article
Neurosciences
Douglas A. Wajda, Tobia Zanotto, Jacob J. Sosnoff
Summary: This study found that individuals with multiple sclerosis have lower motor imagery of walking performance compared to healthy controls, especially in single-task conditions. In dual-task conditions, all participants tended to underestimate their walking ability. Individuals with multiple sclerosis were relatively less able to adjust their imagined walking performance, which differed from healthy controls.
Review
Neurosciences
Mariam Bayram, Richard Palluel-Germain, Florent Lebon, Edith Durand, Sylvain Harquel, Marcela Perrone-Bertolotti
Summary: Studies have shown that motor expertise can improve language processing. This improvement is attributed to the automatic simulation of motor experience elicited by action words, similar to motor imagery (MI), which suggests shared representations of action conceptualization. Recent results also suggest that mental simulation through MI training can induce changes in the motor system and improve motor performance. Therefore, using MI training to reinforce the functional connections between the motor and language systems could lead to improved language performance. This article explores this potential link and its implications for language improvement programs.
FRONTIERS IN HUMAN NEUROSCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism
Jessica Guilbert, Jonathan Fernandez
Summary: This article reviews the application of mental practice in typically developing children and adolescents, and provides recommendations and guidelines for practitioners and coaches. The article also discusses unresolved issues and future research perspectives in the field of motor imagery training.
INTERNATIONAL REVIEW OF SPORT AND EXERCISE PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Neurosciences
Amit Abraham, Ryan P. Duncan, Gammon M. Earhart
Summary: This paper reviews the impact of PD on motor, sensorimotor, and sensory domains, discusses the potential of mental imagery as an adjunct therapy, and its suitability for addressing gait, balance, and pain deficits in people with PD. Future research directions are suggested.
Review
Health Care Sciences & Services
Maram Fahaad Almufareh, Sumaira Kausar, Mamoona Humayun, Samabia Tehsin
Summary: This manuscript explores the significance of motor imagery in assisting individuals with disabilities in their rehabilitation process, covering its fundamental mechanisms, applications, and potential advantages. It also highlights the need for further research and development in this field.
Article
Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism
J. A. Binks, C. J. Wilson, P. Van Schaik, D. L. Eaves
Summary: This study investigated the training effects of combined action observation and motor imagery (AO + MI) on a complex cup-stacking task, without physical practice. The results showed that AO + MI practice led to shorter movement execution times compared to other conditions, both immediately after practice and one week later.
PSYCHOLOGY OF SPORT AND EXERCISE
(2023)
Article
Neurosciences
Andrea Tacchino, Ludovico Pedulla, Jessica Podda, Margherita Monti Bragadin, Mario Alberto Battaglia, Ambra Bisio, Marco Bove, Giampaolo Brichetto
Summary: This study investigates whether motor imagery (MI) can prime action execution in individuals with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). The results suggest that a few mental repetitions of an action might be sufficient to exert a priming effect on the actual execution of the same action in MS patients.
FRONTIERS IN HUMAN NEUROSCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Antonino Giordano, Ferdinando Clarelli, Miryam Cannizzaro, Elisabetta Mascia, Silvia Santoro, Melissa Sorosina, Laura Ferre, Letizia Leocani, Federica Esposito
Summary: This study investigated the impact of genetic variants in the BDNF and NTRK2 genes on motor recovery after rehabilitation in progressive MS. The results showed that the BDNF Val66Met polymorphism was associated with improvements in walking function after rehabilitation, while the NTRK2 polymorphisms did not affect motor function recovery.
FRONTIERS IN NEUROLOGY
(2022)
Article
Neurosciences
Aija Marie Ladda, Florent Lebon, Martin Lotze
Summary: The current trend of motor imagery practice lacks systematic integration of neuroscientific advances, and more effort is needed to analyze brain network activities to bridge the gaps between neuroscience findings and practical considerations.
BRAIN AND COGNITION
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Fangzhou Xu, Yunjing Miao, Yanan Sun, Dongju Guo, Jiali Xu, Yuandong Wang, Jincheng Li, Han Li, Gege Dong, Fenqi Rong, Jiancai Leng, Yang Zhang
Summary: This study used multiple convolutional neural networks to decode EEG of stroke patients for designing an effective BCI system, introduced 'fine-tune' to transfer model parameters, and evaluated the performance for MI recognition. The results showed that the combination of EEGNet and 'fine-tune' transferred model had the best performance with average classification accuracy of 66.36% for 11 subjects, indicating great potential for stroke rehabilitation based on BCI system.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Orthopedics
Alham Al-Sharman, Heba Mefleh Al-Khazaaleh, Hanan Khalil, Ala'S Aburub, Khalid El-Salem
Summary: Sleep quality may affect motor skill acquisition in people with multiple sclerosis, and circulatory serotonin level might explain this relationship. Therefore, physical therapists should pay attention to sleep quality and assessment when treating these patients, and consider sleep management strategies.
Article
Rehabilitation
Alison Rowsell, Ann Ashburn, Carolyn Fitton, Victoria A. Goodwin, Sophia Hulbert, Sarah E. Lamb, Emma McIntosh, Alice Nieuwboer, Ruth Pickering, Lynn Rochester, Kim Chivers-Seymour, Claire Ballinger
Summary: This study aims to explore the expectations, experiences, and impacts of a tailored physiotherapy intervention for people with Parkinson's, as well as the facilitators and barriers to engagement. It found that previous challenges to engagement do not hinder future participation, and provided new insights into the role of equipment and technology in physical activity programs for people with Parkinson's. The challenge of integrating exercise and strategies into everyday life is highlighted.
DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION
(2022)
Review
Clinical Neurology
Cigdem Yilmazer, Ilse Lamers, Claudio Solaro, Peter Feys
Summary: This article provides an overview of the current knowledge on pain in multiple sclerosis, including its definitions, assessments, treatments, and rehabilitation. It also highlights the lack of experimental studies focusing on pain reduction.
MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Rehabilitation
Nastasia Marinus, Dominique Hansen, Peter Feys, Raf Meesen, Annick Timmermans, Joke Spildooren
Summary: This study analyzed the impact of television images on the motivation and exercise intensity of older adults in residential care during cycling exercises. The results indicated that the addition of television images may increase the exercise intensity and motivation of older adults.
DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION-ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Renee Veldkamp, Lousin Moumdjian, Kim van Dun, Joren Six, Antoine Vanbeylen, Daphne Kos, Peter Feys
Summary: Motor sequence learning in individuals with multiple sclerosis in a stepping task showed similar levels to healthy controls, regardless of learning conditions or group differences.
ANNALS OF THE NEW YORK ACADEMY OF SCIENCES
(2022)
Review
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Gwen Laurent, Luc Vereeck, Evi Verbecque, Nolan Herssens, Laura Casters, Joke Spildooren
Summary: Although older adults require more CRPs, the rate of complete recovery in this population is similar to that in younger adults, with no difference in global treatment success; however, the recurrence rate is higher in older adults.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN GERIATRICS SOCIETY
(2022)
Article
Neurosciences
Maud van den Bogaart, Sjoerd M. Bruijn, Joke Spildooren, Jaap H. van Dieen, Pieter Meyns
Summary: This study aimed to assess mediolateral balance performance and the related use of postural control mechanisms in different age groups when standing on different surfaces. The findings showed that balance loss was more likely to occur on unstable surfaces and that younger and older individuals had poorer balance performance. The contribution of the Center of Pressure (CoP) mechanism was found to be larger than the counter-rotation mechanism, and deviations in head orientation were smaller compared to balance board orientation.
HUMAN MOVEMENT SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Femke Hulzinga, Jana Seuthe, Nicholas D'Cruz, Pieter Ginis, Alice Nieuwboer, Christian Schlenstedt
Summary: This study investigated the effects of split-belt treadmill (SBT) training versus tied-belt treadmill (TBT) training on gait adaptation in people with Parkinson's disease (PD). The results showed that SBT training improved gait adaptation compared to TBT training, and these improvements were sustained during follow-up and dual tasking. However, better gait adaptation did not transfer to over-ground turning speed. Additionally, both SBT and TBT training led to improvements in over-ground walking and Movement Disorder Society-Unified Parkinson's Disease Rating Scale III scores, with clinically meaningful effects observed only in the SBT group.
MOVEMENT DISORDERS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Yunjie Li, Min Wei, Qiliang Chen, Xing Zhu, Hui Li, Hongbo Wang, Jingjing Luo
Summary: Camera-based image sequences can be used to measure blood pressure continuously and noncontactly using a deep-learning approach called Hybrid D1DCnet. The model can predict systolic and diastolic blood pressure by analyzing forehead imaging photoplethysmography (iPPG) waveforms and personal information. The research demonstrates the feasibility and advantages of using this model to monitor circulatory health and contribute to the prevention and intervention of cardiovascular diseases.
IEEE SENSORS JOURNAL
(2023)
Review
Rehabilitation
Elogni R. Amanzonwe, Lisa Tedesco Triccas, Leopold Codjo, Dominique Hansen, Peter Feys, Oyene Kossi
Summary: This study analyzed the optimal dosage and effectiveness of aerobic training (AT) and resistance training (RT) on balance, walking capacity, and quality of life (QoL) in stroke survivors. The results showed that AT was the most effective in improving walking capacity, while combining AT and RT was beneficial for improving QoL. High-dose aerobic exercise conducted in rehabilitation facilities was more effective in improving walking capacity in chronic stroke patients.
SOUTH AFRICAN JOURNAL OF PHYSIOTHERAPY
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Sanne Broeder, George Roussos, Joni De Vleeschhauwer, Nicholas D'Cruz, Jean-Jacques Orban de Xivry, Alice Nieuwboer
Summary: This study aims to assess the feasibility and accuracy of a smartphone-based tapping task to distinguish medication status in Parkinson's disease patients. The study found that the task compliance was good and it can effectively discriminate between ON-OFF states. However, replication of these results in a wider sample is needed to confirm the reliability of the findings.
JOURNAL OF NEURAL TRANSMISSION
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Sanne Broeder, Britt Vandendoorent, Pauline Hermans, Evelien Nackaerts, Geert Verheyden, Raf Meesen, Jean-Jacques Orban de Xivry, Alice Nieuwboer
Summary: This study investigated the effects of combining writing training with anodal transcranial direct current stimulation (atDCS) on consolidation of writing skills in Parkinson's disease (PD) patients. The results showed that atDCS improved retention of writing skills compared to sham stimulation, especially in the presence of medication.
JOURNAL OF NEUROLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Jingjing Luo, Min Wei, Moyi Shi, Yunjie Li, Xing Zhu, Yang Zhou
Summary: This study proposes a novel cardiovascular health state detection procedure based on camera-based iPPG monitoring. The method achieves high accuracy in predicting whether subjects are CVDs relevant patients. The study emphasizes the advantages of using noncontact and high-dimensional features for cardiovascular health assessment.
IEEE SENSORS JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Bauke W. Dijkstra, Moran Gilat, Nicholas D'Cruz, Demi Zoetewei, Alice Nieuwboer
Summary: This study explored the neural basis of freezing-related balance problems in people with Parkinson's disease. It found that freezers showed decreased activation in the left mesencephalic locomotor region, right anterior cerebellum, and cerebellar vermis compared to non-freezers, indicating a more pronounced effect on dynamic balance in freezers. Non-freezers displayed increased cerebellar vermis activation compared to controls, suggesting an inability in freezers to recruit compensatory cerebellar activity for effective dynamic balance control.
PARKINSONISM & RELATED DISORDERS
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Peter Feys, Marijke Duportail, Daphne Kos, Stephan Ilsbroukx, Ilse Lamers, Paul Van Asch, Werner Helsen, Lousin Moumdjian
Summary: This study investigated the effect of peripheral upper limb cooling on tremor severity and functional performance in multiple sclerosis patients with intention tremor. The results showed that cooling the forearm significantly reduced tremor severity and improved functional performance, and cooling the whole upper limb had a noticeable effect on tremor severity during the first half-hour after cooling.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Neurosciences
Yang He, Jun Tang, Meng Zhang, Junjie Ying, Dezhi Mu
Summary: This study investigated the protective effects and mechanisms of human placenta derived mesenchymal stem cells (hPMSCs) transplantation in a rat model of hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE). The results showed that hPMSCs transplantation reduced apoptosis and improved long-term neurological prognosis. Furthermore, the downregulation of Sema 3A/NRP-1 expression and activation of the PI3K/Akt/mTOR signaling pathway played a key role in the protective effects of hPMSCs.
Article
Neurosciences
Emily L. Isenstein, Edward G. Freedman, Jiayi Xu, Ian A. DeAndrea-Lazarus, John J. Foxe
Summary: This study evaluated electrophysiological discrimination of parametric somatosensory stimuli in healthy young adults to understand how the brain processes the duration of tactile information. The results showed that participants did not electrophysiologically discriminate between 100 and 115 ms, but they exhibited distinct electrophysiological responses when the deviant stimuli were 130, 145, and 160 ms. These findings contribute to a better understanding of tactile sensitivity in different clinical conditions.
Article
Neurosciences
Juliana R. Souza, Ludmila Lima-Silveira, Daniela Accorsi-Mendonca, Benedito H. Machado
Summary: This study demonstrates that A2A receptors play a crucial role in modulating synaptic transmission in the NTS neurons and are required for the enhancement of glutamatergic transmission observed under short-term sustained hypoxia conditions.
Article
Neurosciences
Miki Hashizume, Rina Ito, Rie Suge, Yasushi Hojo, Gen Murakami, Takayuki Murakoshi
Summary: The basolateral amygdaloid complex (BLA) is closely involved in the formation of emotional memories, including both aversive memory and contextual fear memory. Acute sleep deprivation (SD) disrupts the acquisition of tone-associated fear memory in juvenile rats, but has no significant effect on contextual fear memory. Slow network oscillation in the amygdala contributes to the formation of amygdala-dependent fear memory in relation to sleep.
Article
Neurosciences
Qunxian Wang, Shipeng Guo, Dongjie Hu, Xiangjun Dong, Zijun Meng, Yanshuang Jiang, Zijuan Feng, Weihui Zhou, Weihong Song
Summary: GSDME plays a crucial role in the pathogenesis of Alzheimer's disease by regulating the switch from apoptosis to pyroptosis and participating in neuroinflammatory response. Knockdown of GSDME has been shown to improve cognitive impairments, indicating that GSDME could be a therapeutic target for Alzheimer's disease.
