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Brainstem Pathway Discovery Opens Stroke Therapy Targets
Researchers have identified an overlooked neural pathway linking the brainstem and spinal cord that controls hand movements, revealing new targets for stroke rehabilitation.
Key Takeaways
- Indirect brainstem relay pathway carries motor commands parallel to the corticospinal tract
- Pathway may remain intact after cortical strokes that damage direct motor connections
- Discovery opens door to targeted rehabilitation and neurostimulation therapies
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