Plasticity And Functional Recovery Flashcards
1
Q
Plasticity
A
The brains tendancy to change and adapt
As a result of new experience and learning
Involves growth of new neural connections
2
Q
Functional recovery
A
A form of plasticity
= following damage / trauma
The brains ability to compensate for lost functions
By redistribution
3
Q
Recruitment of homologous (similar) areas
A
Areas on the oppositite side of the brain
Can perform specific tasks
4
Q
Axonal sprouting
A
Growth of new nerve endings
Connects with undamaged nerve cells
To form new neural pathways
5
Q
Blood vessel reformation
A
Blood vessels are changed and strengthened
So the brain functions
In the affected areas
