Title : Expanding the sensate area in CNS lesions
Abstract:
In case of complete peripheral nerve (PN) injuries, often we note shrinking of insensate area due to expansion of the neighboring intact nerves. However, such a phenomenon is not seen in case of CNS (Central Nervous System) injuries & diseases. Also, even in PN lesions, we do not see the neighboring nerves taking over the paralyzed muscles. The focus of the present work is to explore the causes for such differences and look for treatment strategies that may help with similar recovery across all the spectrum of the nervous system. The methodology used includes literature review and peer discussions. The results reveal definite gaps in literature & clinical application of the PN pathology principles to CNS lesions.
