Understanding how we sense our own body movements
Sensing active movement of the self: reconsidering the cellular basis kinesthesia
This study is looking into how our bodies sense movement, which is really important for how we move and interact with the world, and it aims to find new ways to help people with movement-related issues by understanding the tiny parts of our body that help us feel that movement.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Cleveland Clinic Lerner Com-Cwru NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cleveland, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11026437 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the sense of movement, known as kinesthesia, which is crucial for our ability to navigate and interact with our environment. The study aims to uncover the cellular mechanisms behind kinesthesia, particularly focusing on sensory receptors that may play a role beyond the traditionally understood muscle spindles. By exploring these mechanisms, the research seeks to address gaps in knowledge that affect motor function and rehabilitation strategies for various conditions. Patients may benefit from insights that could lead to improved therapies for movement-related disorders.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates include adults with conditions affecting movement, such as stroke, Parkinson's disease, or those recovering from musculoskeletal injuries.
Not a fit: Patients with purely psychological movement disorders or those without any physical movement impairments may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better rehabilitation techniques for patients with movement disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in understanding proprioception and kinesthesia, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Cleveland, United States
- Cleveland Clinic Lerner Com-Cwru — Cleveland, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Marasco, Paul D. — Cleveland Clinic Lerner Com-Cwru
- Study coordinator: Marasco, Paul D.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.