Cited by 198Stroke Rehabilitation and RecoveryMotor Control and AdaptationCognitive Functions and Memory

Motor learning in neurological rehabilitation

Levin, Mindy F., Demers, Marika·2021·Disability and Rehabilitation

Abstract

While most upper limb training interventions in neurological rehabilitation are based on established principles of motor learning and neural plasticity, recovery potential may be improved if the focus includes remediating an individual's specific motor impairment within the framework of a motor control theory. This paper reviews current theories of motor control and motor learning and describes how they can be incorporated into training programs to enhance sensorimotor recovery in patients with neurological lesions. An emphasis is placed on dynamical systems theory and the use of new technologies such as virtual, augmented and mixed reality applications for rehabilitation to facilitate learning.Implications for RehabilitationKinematic abundance allows the healthy nervous system to produce different combinations of joint rotations to perform a desired task.The structure of practice to improve the movement repertoire in rehabilitation should take into account the kinematic abundance of the system.Learning can be enhanced by varied practice with feedback about key movement elements.Virtual reality environments provide opportunities to manipulate the structure and schedule of practice and feedback.

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Authors
Levin, M. F., & Demers, M.
Affiliations
  • Jewish Rehabilitation Hospital (CA)
  • University of Southern California (US)
Corresponding author
Levin, Mindy F.
Venue
Disability and Rehabilitation
Published
2020-04-22
Volume
43
Issue
24
Pages
3445-3453
ISSN
  • 0963-8288 (ISSN-L)
  • 1464-5165
OpenAlex
W3017170620
Cited by
198
References
109
Citations by year
2026: 35 · 2025: 55 · 2024: 43 · 2023: 35 · 2022: 21 · 2021: 8 · 2020: 1
FWCI
1.99
Type
journal article
Language
en
Open access
closed
Locations
  • Disability and Rehabilitation (publishedVersion)
  • PubMed (publishedVersion)
Funders
Fonds de la Recherche du Québec en Santé
Topics
  • Health Sciences › Medicine › Rehabilitation › Stroke Rehabilitation and Recovery
  • Life Sciences › Neuroscience › Cognitive Neuroscience › Motor Control and Adaptation
  • Social Sciences › Psychology › Experimental and Cognitive Psychology › Cognitive Functions and Memory
Keywords
motor learning, neurorehabilitation, motor control theory, dynamical systems theory, upper limb training, sensorimotor recovery, virtual reality, augmented reality, mixed reality, neuroplasticity, practice structure, movement feedback, motor impairment
MeSH terms
Neurological Rehabilitation, Stroke Rehabilitation, Virtual Reality, Humans, Movement, Neuronal Plasticity, Physical Therapy Modalities

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