Neural changes induced by learning a challenging perceptual-motor task
Neural changes induced by learning a challenging perceptual-motor task
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DOI:
10.1016/j.neuroimage.2008.03.023
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发表时间:
2008-07-15
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影响因子:
5.7
通讯作者:
Beek, P. J.
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作者:
Houweling, S.;Daffertshofer, A.;Beek, P. J.
We studied the neural changes accompanying the learning of a perceptual-motor task involving polyrhythmic bimanual force production. Motor learning was characterized by an increase in stability of performance. To assess after-effects in the corresponding neural network, magnetoencophalographic and electromyographic signals were recorded and analyzed in terms of (event-related) amplitude changes and synchronization patterns. The topology of the network was first identified using a beamformer analysis, which revealed differential effects of activation in cortical areas and cerebellar hemispheres. We found event-related (de-)synchronization of beta-activity in bilateral cortical motor areas and alpha-modulations in the cerebellum. The alpha-modulation increased after learning and, simultaneously, the bilateral M1 coupling increased around the movement frequency reflecting improved motor timing. Furthermore, the inter-hemispheric gamma-synchronization between primary motor areas decreased, which may reflect a reduced attentional demand after learning. (c) 2008 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.