Expanding the sensate area in CNS lesions

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.

Biography:

Dr. Adiga studied Medicine at Karnatak University, graduated with MBBS in 1987. He further trained in Orthopaedics in India, obtained FRCS Ed diploma from Edinburgh and trained for CCT in Rehab medicine in UK. He obtained further qualifications of FAFRM & FASLM after arriving to New Zealand. He practices neuro-rehabilitation in Auckland and is expert in spasticity & pain interventions. His special interests include Lifestyle medicine, stroke & spinal injuries rehab, application of orthopaedic & PN pathology principles in day-to-day rehab processes.