Active conductances in motoneuron dendrites enhance movement capabilities

C. J. Heckman

doi:10.1097/00003677-200304000-00008

Active conductances in motoneuron dendrites enhance movement capabilities

C. J. Heckman^*

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Abstract

Synaptic input to motoneurons was traditionally thought to flow passively from the dendrites to the soma and initial axon segment. It is now clear that voltage-sensitive channels in motoneuron dendrites can generate large active currents, which are influenced by neuromodulators that are released by brainstem neurons. These neuromodulators may be essential for generating large forces.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	96-101
Number of pages	6
Journal	Exercise and Sport Sciences Reviews
Volume	31
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1097/00003677-200304000-00008
State	Published - Apr 2003

Keywords

Monoamines
Motor unit
Neuromodulation
Persistent inward current
Synaptic input

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation

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