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Journal of Spine

ISSN: 2165-7939

Open Access

Vandana Dua


India

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  • Research Article
    Mental Imagery in Spinal Cord Injury: A Systematic Review
    Author(s): Ruby Aikat and Vandana DuaRuby Aikat and Vandana Dua

    Background: The immense potential of structural and functional reorganization of central nervous system i.e., neuro-plasticity following any injury serves the key mechanism behind the recovery of sensory-motor functions. One of the ways of enhancing this reorganization is through the technique of mental imagery. Mental imagery has been studied in various neurological conditions such as stroke and spinal cord injury (SCI) and has been seen to be quite effective in bringing about functional gains. But the research and literature available, particularly in SCI, is quite diverse and inconclusive. This review was, hence, conducted with the aim of understanding the concept of mental imagery and its therapeutic potential in spinal cord injury. Method: A systematic literature search, using PRISMA 2009 guidelines, was conducted according to the set i.. Read More»
    DOI: 10.4172/2165-7939.1000310

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