Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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10432530 | Journal of Biomechanics | 2012 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
Increased reflex sensitivity did not fully account for the features of dystonia, despite distinct motor dysfunction, since no abnormal postures occurred. Although imbalanced reflex offset did result in an abnormal posture, it could not satisfy other criteria. Nevertheless, imbalanced reflex sensitivity with unstable force feedback in one of the antagonists closely resembled all features of dystonia. The developed neuromuscular model is an effective tool to test hypotheses on the underlying pathophysiology of movement disorders.
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Authors
Winfred Mugge, Alexander G. Munts, Alfred C. Schouten, Frans C.T. van der Helm,