Neuromodulation and Spinal Cord Control

This lecture by the instructor covers the journey of a postdoc who joined the instructor's lab, leading to groundbreaking research in neuromodulation and spinal cord control. The lecture delves into the importance of residual circuitry within the spinal cord, the use of transcutaneous and epidural stimulation, and the surprising results obtained in human subjects with complete paralysis. The instructor emphasizes the significance of activity-dependent plasticity in recovery after spinal cord injury, challenges traditional beliefs in neurology, and discusses the potential for enhancing vestibular input. The lecture also explores the role of proprioception in movement control, the coordination between brain and spinal cord, and the continuous modulation of motor pools for improved function.