Neuroanatomy · Nervous System · Hard
Reticulospinal
Meaning: Describing descending pathways from the net-like core of the brainstem to the cord that influence posture, tone and locomotion.
In practice: The reticulospinal tract may support motor recovery after a corticospinal stroke.
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Answer: Mesolimbic
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Answer: Tentorium
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