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Recent advances in functional neuroimaging of gait

Authors: M. Bakker, C. C. P. Verstappen, B. R. Bloem, I. Toni

Published in: Journal of Neural Transmission | Issue 10/2007

Summary.

In this review, we discuss the contribution of functional neuroimaging to the understanding of the cerebral control of gait in humans, both in healthy subjects and in patients with Parkinson’s disease. We illustrate different approaches that have been used to address this issue, ranging from the imaging of actual gait performance to the study of initiation and imagery of gait. We also consider related approaches focused on specific aspects of gait, like those addressed by repetitive foot movements. We provide a critical discussion of advantages and disadvantages of each approach, emphasizing crucial issues to be addressed for a better understanding of the neural control of human gait.

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Title: Recent advances in functional neuroimaging of gait
Authors: M. Bakker
C. C. P. Verstappen
B. R. Bloem
I. Toni
Publication date: 01-10-2007
Publisher: Springer-Verlag
Published in: Journal of Neural Transmission / Issue 10/2007
Print ISSN: 0300-9564
Electronic ISSN: 1435-1463
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00702-007-0783-8

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