For more than 1,500 years, nerves were thought to function through the action of 'animal spirits'. In the seventeenth century, René Descartes conceived of these 'spirits' as liquids or gases ...
the longest nerve in the body, originates in the brainstem and extends down into the abdomen. It monitors and receives information about the functioning of the heart, lungs, and other internal ...
Supplements are a popular choice for people with neuropathy, as they can help reduce pain and inflammation, improve nerve function, and promote overall health. However, with so many options on the ...
But did all this regenerated tissue translate to improved function? To find out, the authors electrically stimulated the nerves on one end and measured the animals' whisker movement on the other side.