Monday, January 10, 2011
Neuroplasticity
Neuroplasticity does not consist of a single type of morphological change, but rather includes several different processes that occur throughout an individual’s lifetime. Many types of brain cells are involved in neuroplasticity, including neurons, glia, and vascular cells.
As connections that are not needed are functionally or morphologically removed/pruned, other connections are strengthened by neo-arborization of new synapses and other means to allow for a more powerful response (more neurons firing) and more coordinated response.
