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    Area of Science:

    • Neuroscience
    • Rehabilitation Science
    • Biomedical Engineering

    Background:

    • Treadmill training is a common gait rehabilitation method but often shows no superior results compared to traditional physical therapy.
    • Low mental engagement during fixed-speed treadmill walking may limit motor learning and training efficacy.
    • User-driven control schemes can increase cognitive involvement during rehabilitation exercises.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To compare cortical activity between user-driven (active) and normal (passive) treadmill walking using electroencephalography (EEG).
    • To investigate the impact of active versus passive treadmill use on brain engagement during locomotion.

    Main Methods:

    • Nine healthy subjects participated in the study.
    • Electroencephalography (EEG) was used to record cortical activity during both active and passive treadmill walking.
    • Independent Component Analysis (ICA) and equivalent dipole source modeling were employed to analyze brain activity patterns.

    Main Results:

    • Active walking on a user-driven treadmill led to significant decreases in spectral power (desynchronization) compared to passive treadmill walking.
    • These desynchronization effects were observed in key brain regions including the anterior cingulate cortex, sensorimotor cortices, and the posterior parietal lobe.
    • The findings suggest increased cortical engagement during active treadmill use.

    Conclusions:

    • User-driven treadmills appear to more fully engage the motor cortex than conventional passive treadmills.
    • This enhanced neural engagement suggests that active treadmill systems could offer superior gait rehabilitation outcomes.
    • Future research should explore the clinical efficacy of user-driven treadmills in patient populations.