The Journal of Physical Fitness and Sports Medicine
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Review Article
Neural control of human gait and posture
Kimitaka NakazawaHiroki ObataShun Sasagawa
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2012 Volume 1 Issue 2 Pages 263-269

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Abstract
Recent developments in neuroscience techniques such as brain imaging, functional brain imaging, and non-invasive brain stimulation, have made it possible to directly study able-bodied humans while engaged in various motor tasks. As a result of these technological advances, the last couple of decades have experienced a significant increase in new findings in the field of motor control and, more specifically, on the control of gait and posture. However, there are still a lot of difficulties and limitations in studying human neural activities during dynamic movements, like walking. In this short review, recent advances in knowledge on human gait and posture will be reviewed.
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© 2012 The Japanese Society of Physical Fitness and Sports Medicine
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