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  • Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. https://doi.org/10.16780/j.cnki.sjssgncj.20241274
    Accepted: 2025-09-29
    睡眠剥夺是导致神经炎症、氧化应激及认知功能障碍的重要诱因,其机制与星形胶质细胞的活化密 切相关。星形胶质细胞作为中枢神经系统的关键调控者,通过A1/A2极化表型在睡眠剥夺中发挥双重作 用:A1型通过释放促炎因子和神经毒素加剧神经炎症及突触损伤,而A2型则通过分泌神经营养因子和抗 炎介质促进神经修复。本文系统综述了睡眠剥夺中星形胶质细胞的活化机制及相关信号通路:NF-κB通 路、MAPK通路在、SHH通路和JAK-STAT通路。研究表明,慢性睡眠剥夺通过炎症介质积累及星形胶质 细胞过度激活导致认知障碍,而调控其极化表型(如抑制A1型或增强A2型)可能成为干预睡眠剥夺相关 神经损伤的新策略。未来需进一步解析星形胶质细胞极化的时空特异性及信号网络交互作用,为靶向治 疗提供理论依据。
  • Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. https://doi.org/10.16780/j.cnki.sjssgncj.20250105
    Accepted: 2025-09-29
    To systematically evaluate the impact of virtual reality (VR) technology on cognitive function in stroke patients. Methods: A computer-based search was conducted across multiple domestic and international databases for randomized controlled trials (RCTs) investigating VR interventions in patients with post-stroke cognitive impairment. The search period spanned from the inception of the databases to January 7, 2025. The Cochrane Collaboration's Risk of Bias tool and the Physiotherapy Evidence Database (PEDro) scale were employed to assess the quality of the included studies. Data analysis was performed using RevMan 5.4.1 software. Results: A total of 14 studies, involving 723 patients, were ultimately included. All included studies were of high quality, with PEDro scale scores ranging from 6 to 10. Meta-analysis results indicated that VR technology significantly improved the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) score [MD=2.53, 95% CI (0.82, 4.24), P=0.004], the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) score [MD=1.68, 95% CI (1.12, 2.24), P<0.00001], the P300 latency [MD=-25.48, 95% CI (-38.99, -11.96), P=0.0002], the P300 amplitude [MD=0.72, 95% CI (0.14, 1.30), P=0.02], and the Barthel Index or Modified Barthel Index (BI or MBI) score [MD=5.14, 95% CI (3.25, 7.03), P<0.00001] in stroke patients with cognitive impairment. However, no significant effects were observed on the Trail Making Test Part A (TMT-A) score [MD=-12.47, 95% CI (-27.16, 2.23), P=0.10] or the TMT-B score [MD=- 44.35, 95% CI (- 117.45, 28.74), P=0.23]. Conclusion: VR technology can improve cognitive function and activities of daily living (ADL) abilities in stroke patients.
  • ZUO Anqi, ZHUANG He, KONG Chang, ZHUO Yue
    Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. 2026, 21(5): 261-266. https://doi.org/10.16780/j.cnki.sjssgncj.20240407
    To conduct a visual analysis of relevant literature on the application of artificial intelligence in Parkinson's disease research through bibliometric analysis. Methods: The Web Of Science core database was used as the data source for this paper. CiteSpace 6.3.R1 and VOSviewer1.6.20 software were used to conduct bibliometric analyses on the annual number of publications, country/region, institution, keywords, authors and cited literature. Results: Ultimately, 2 043 articles meeting the criteria were included, and the number of publications in this field has been growing rapidly. Articles in this research area have been published by a total of 87 countries/regions. Among them, the United States, China, and Italy are high-yield countries, with Harvard Medical School being the leading institution. The top three authors in terms of publication volume are Gabriella Olmo, Alice Nieuwboer, and Lynn Rochester. High-frequency keywords in this field mainly include Parkinson's disease, deep brain stimulation, and gait, etc.; the latest emerging term is rehabilitation. The application of AI in the field of Parkinson's disease (PD) is mainly distributed in neuroscience, electrical engineering, clinical neurology, and other fields. Among the journals where papers are published, SENSORS ranks first in both publication volume and H-index, while MOVEMENT DISORDERS has the highest impact factor (IF). The most frequently co-cited literature primarily focuses on the integration of electroencephalogram (EEG) signals with AI technology for the early diagnosis of PD. Conclusion: In recent years, AI has been developing rapidly in the medical field, and its application to PD has been increasing year by year, mainly focusing on the prediction of risk factors, diagnosis and treatment of PD.
  • Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. https://doi.org/10.16780/j.cnki.sjssgncj.20250262
    Accepted: 2025-10-14
    Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS), as a classic neurostimulation technique, has traditionally been used
    for the treatment of drug-resistant epilepsy, depression, and other neurological disorders. It is mainly divided into
    implantable VNS and transcutaneous VNS. In recent years, VNS has demonstrated excellent anti-inflammatory
    effects in several animal studies and shown new potential applications in immune-mediated diseases. This article
    systematically reviews clinical studies on VNS treatment for various immunological diseases, such as rheuma
    toid arthritis and inflammatory bowel disease, analyzing its stimulation methods and technical characteristics,
    clinical efficacy, mechanisms of action, and safety. Evidence indicates that VNS exerts a dual, bidirectional regu
    latory effect on inflammation among immune disease patients via parallel engagement of the cholinergic anti-in
    flammatory pathway (CAP) and hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, along with their crosstalk. Such
    modulation significantly improves symptomatology. This comprehensive review examines the therapeutic poten
    tial of VNS in neuroimmunological disorders, intending to serve as a reference framework for subsequent investi
    gations.
  • Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. https://doi.org/10.16780/j.cnki.sjssgncj.20241237
    Accepted: 2025-09-29
    Depression is a common mental disorder that causes significant suffering and burden to patients and their families. In recent years, the emergence of Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) technology has provided a non-invasive intervention for depression patients. Non-invasive BCI neurofeedback training involves real-time monitoring of brain activity during training and providing feedback to patients, enabling them to learn to self-regulate their brain activity. This review explores the current clinical applications of non-invasive BCI neurofeedback training in the treatment of depression and analyzes its potential mechanisms, including neurotransmitter regulation, brain region functional remodeling, and enhancement of neuroplasticity. In addition, the article also discusses the limitations of the current clinical applications of non-invasive BCI neurofeedback training, aiming to enhance its potential in the treatment of depression.
  • Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. https://doi.org/10.16780/j.cnki.sjssgncj.20250294
    Accepted: 2025-09-29
    Traditional intervention methods for fear-related psychological disorders (such as specific phobia and post-traumatic stress disorder) are challenged by drug dependence and insufficient cultural adaptability. Music therapy, with its non-invasive nature and cross-cultural potential, has emerged as a new option, but there is still a gap in the integration of its mechanisms and the fusion of traditional Chinese and Western medical theories. Through a systematic review of recent studies, this paper proposes an integrated model of“Five Elements Music - Neural Plasticity”, which for the first time links the frequency characteristics of the Chinese Yu mode music (40~80 Hz) with the regulation of neurotransmitters (5-HT, GABA) and the functions of the limbic system (amygdala, hippocampus). This paper further constructs a ternary model of“frequency - neurotransmitter – emotion”, providing evidence-based guidance for the setting of music parameters, and proposes the neural mechanism by which group intervention alleviates social anxiety through the mirror neuron system. This paper provides theoretical basis and practical guidance for the standardized treatment of fear-related psychological disorders with music therapy.
  • ZHANG Xiaoyu1 ,GAO Haifeng2 ,JIA Yunxiao1 ,LIU Zhengwang1 ,MAN Yidi1 ,GAO Feng2 ,LI Jun2
    Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. 2026, 21(5): 286-289. https://doi.org/10.16780/j.cnki.sjssgncj.20241175
    Spasticity is a movement disorder caused by the high excitability of the stretch reflex, which is characterized by the speed-dependent enhancement of the tonic stretch reflex with tendon hyperreflexia. It is a common complication in patients with upper motor neuron injury. Surgical treatment is an effective treatment for patients with severe spasticity who fail to respond to drug and physical therapy. In order to ensure the smooth operation and good effect, the patient should be professionally evaluated before operation. This article summarizes the application and prospect of peripheral nerve surgery and emerging neuromodulation techniques in the field of spasm treatment. These techniques aim to improve the spasticity of patients and promote brain plasticity by reducing muscle tension and re-establishing the connection between the injured site and the brain, which is of great significance to improve the quality of life of patients.
  • Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. 2025, 20(9): 529-532.
    Cuproptosis is a newly discovered form of cell death in recent years, while Alzheimer's Disease (AD) is a progressively developing neurodegenerative disorder of the central nervous system with insidious onset. Copper is involved in multiple pathogenic mechanisms of AD, and copper imbalance can induce the death of neurons and glial cells through these distinct mechanisms, thereby contributing to the onset of AD. This review summarizes recent research on the involvement of cuproptosis in the pathogenesis of AD.
  • ZHANG Yujing 1, 2 , WANF Cong 2, 3 , WANG Jiuxue 2 , LIU Chenqi 1, 2 , ZHEN Xinchi 2, 3 , WANG Tianjun 2
    Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. 2025, 20(12): 732-736.
    The gut-muscle-brain axis, acting as a three-dimensional interactive network that mediates neurodegenerative diseases and sarcopenia, plays a core regulatory role in the pathological progression of Parkinson’s disease (PD). This article provides a systematic review of how gut microbiota dysbiosis within this axis influences the balance of muscle protein synthesis and degradation via microbial metabolites, how myokines secreted by skeletal muscle in turn modulate neuroinflammation and the function and integrity of the intestinal barrier, and the molecular mechanisms underlying the bidirectional propagation of α-synuclein among the gut, muscle, and brain. Incorporating the latest clinical evidence, it further explores targeted intervention strategies such as probiotics and combined exercise-nutrition approaches, aiming to offer new perspectives for the precision prevention and management of sarcopenia in elderly PD patients.
  • ZHU Minghang1 ,YUAN Zhiying1 ,FENG Chuwen2,3 ,QU Yuanyuan2 ,LIU Tingting1 ,LU Jing1 ,SHAO Yuying2 ,LI Binbin2 ,GUO Shuhao1 ,CHEN Tao1 ,YANG Tiansong2,3
    Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. 2026, 21(5): 278-281. https://doi.org/10.16780/j.cnki.sjssgncj.20241205
    Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is closely related to the imbalance of mitochondrial homeostasis, and studies have shown that mitochondria in CFS patients or model animals have abnormalities in morphology and structure, metabolism and quality control, which are closely related to the occurrence and/or development of CFS. In this paper, we take mitochondrial homeostasis as an entry point to systematically sort out its influence and role in the pathogenesis of CFS, with a view to providing more ideas and strategies for the study of potential mechanisms and treatment of chronic fatigue syndrome.
  • Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. https://doi.org/10.16780/j.cnki.sjssgncj.20250127
    Accepted: 2025-11-14
    To investigate the effects of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS)
    combined with suspension exercise training on balance ability and motor function in patients with hemiplegia
    after stroke. Methods: A total of 82 patients with hemiplegia after stroke were selected and randomly divided
    into a suspension exercise group and a combined treatment group, with 41 patients in each group, using a random
    number table method. Patients in the suspension exercise group received suspension exercise training, while
    those in the combined treatment group received rTMS therapy in addition to suspension exercise training.
    Balance ability, motor function, activities of daily living (ADL), and walking ability were evaluated before
    treatment (T
    0
    ) and after 2 weeks of treatment (T
    1
    ) in both groups. Results: At T
    1
    , both the suspension exercise
    group and the combined treatment group showed significant reductions in motion ellipse area, motion distance
    under open-eye and closed-eye conditions, and the 10-meter walk test (10 MWT). Additionally, significant
    improvements were observed in Berg Balance Scale (BBS) scores, Upper Extremity Motor Function Assessment
    Scale (FMA-UE) scores, Lower Extremity Motor Function Assessment Scale (FMA-LE) scores, Modified
    Barthel Index (MBI) scores, and Holden Walking Function Classification (Holden) levels (P<0.05). Moreover,
    statistically significant differences in these indicators were found between the two groups (P<0.05).
    Conclusion: rTMS combined with suspension exercise training can effectively improve balance ability and
    motor function in patients with hemiplegia after stroke.
  • Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. https://doi.org/10.16780/j.cnki.sjssgncj.20250140
    Accepted: 2025-09-29
    The potential impact of light pollution on the nervous system is attracting increasing attention and has become a new research field in neuroscience. This review systematically explores the complex interaction mechanisms between light pollution and photosensitive epilepsy (PSE). Evidence indicates that light pollution, especially blue light exposure at 480 nm, significantly elevates seizure susceptibility through two principal pathways: primarily through direct suppression of melatonin secretion via intrinsically photosensitive retinal ganglion cells (ipRGCs) and secondary disruption of circadian rhythms. Core mechanisms involve three pathological dimensions: abnormal elevation of neuronal excitability, dysregulation of circadian clock gene expression patterns, and exacerbation of epileptogenic processes through oxidative stress and neuroinflammatory pathways. Current intervention strategies encompass chronotherapeutic approaches, melatonin supplementation protocols, and public health policy initiatives. Future research should focus on interdisciplinary integration and the application of new technologies to develop personalized precision prevention and treatment strategies, providing a scientific basis for mitigating the potential harm of light pollution on the nervous system.
  • CHEN Siyu 1 , WANG Yuqi 2 , KANG Xingyu 1 , MA Le 1 , SHI Shuai3
    Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. https://doi.org/10.16780/j.cnki.sjssgncj.20250701
    Accepted: 2025-12-30
    Post-stroke spasticity (PSS), as one of the common complications following a stroke, not only
    severely impacts patients' daily lives and imposes a heavy burden on families and society but also serves as a
    major contributor to the high disability rate after stroke. Clinically, acupuncture therapy is the most widely
    applied and effective treatment in the field of PSS, owing to its simple and convenient operation, which can
    significantly reduce muscle tone in the affected limbs. This paper reviews and summarizes the mechanisms of
    action of acupuncture therapy in improving PSS based on neural networks and related regulatory mechanisms,
    providing an innovative theoretical framework for precise treatment, prognosis evaluation, and clinical
    application translation of PSS.
  • Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. https://doi.org/10.16780/j.cnki.sjssgncj.20250184
    Accepted: 2025-09-29
    Progressive non-fluent aphasia (PNFA) is a neurodegenerative disease, a clinical subtype of primary progressive aphasia, characterized by gradually slowing, intermittent language expression and increasing grammatical errors. Current studies have shown that PNFA is mainly associated with abnormalities in tau protein and TAR DNA binding protein-43 (TDP-43), and may involve multiple protein pathologies. In terms of diagnosis, researchers have used imaging techniques such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), positron emission tomography (PET), and radiomics to discover specific brain structural changes in patients with PNFA, providing a basis for early diagnosis. In terms of treatment, speech and language therapy and non-invasive brain stimulation techniques (such as transcranial direct current stimulation and transcranial magnetic stimulation) have shown certain improvement effects, but the progress of pharmacotherapy is currently limited.
  • Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. https://doi.org/10.16780/j.cnki.sjssgncj.20241391
    Accepted: 2025-12-18
    To observe the effect of intraorbital electroacupuncture on nerve function in a rat model
    of oculomotor nerve injury and explore its underlying mechanism in oculomotor nerve functional reconstruction
    from the perspective of ferroptosis. Methods: A total of 108 7-week-old male Sprague-Dawley (SD) rats were
    randomly divided into six groups: blank group, sham-operation group, model group, electroacupuncture group,
    inducer group, and (electroacupuncture + inducer) group, with 18 rats in each group. Assessments were
    conducted at postoperative days 1, 7, and 14, with 6 rats evaluated at each time point. An oculomotor nerve
    injury model was established (the sham-operation group only involved exposure of the nerve). The
    electroacupuncture group received daily electroacupuncture stimulation of the periorbital muscles for 20 minutes
    for 14 consecutive days postoperatively. General condition, oculomotor nerve function, and mitochondrial
    ultrastructure (examined via electron microscopy) were evaluated in each group at postoperative days 1, 7, and
    14, along with the detection of ferroptosis-related indicators. At postoperative day 14, Western blot analysis was
    performed to detect GPX4 and SLC7A11. Results: There were no significant differences in all indicators
    between the blank group and the sham-operation group. On postoperative day 1, no significant differences were
    observed between the electroacupuncture group and the model group. However, on postoperative days 7 and 14,
    all indicators in the electroacupuncture group showed significant improvement compared to the model group.
    The model group exhibited significant injury at all time points compared to the sham-operation group. The injury
    in the model group was less severe than that in the inducer group. On postoperative day 1, there were no
    differences between the (electroacupuncture + inducer) group and the inducer group. On postoperative days 7
    and 14, the (electroacupuncture + inducer) group showed significant improvement compared to the inducer
    group. On postoperative day 1, the model group exhibited mitochondrial atrophy and reduced cristae, while the
    electroacupuncture group showed milder injury, the inducer group exhibited severe injury, and the
    (electroacupuncture + inducer) group showed morphological abnormalities. On postoperative day 7, the model
    group demonstrated significant mitochondrial atrophy and cristae loss, the electroacupuncture group showed
    injury, the inducer group exhibited persistent swelling and rupture, and the (electroacupuncture + inducer) group

    showed partial recovery compared to the inducer group but still exhibited abnormalities. On postoperative day

    14, the model group still showed mitochondrial atrophy and cristae loss, the electroacupuncture group had mitochondria close to normal,
    the inducer group exhibited progressive swelling and rupture, and the (electroacupuncture + inducer) group showed significant
    improvement compared to the inducer group but still had defects (incomplete membrane repair and disordered cristae). Conclusion:
    Intraorbital electroacupuncture may promote the recovery of oculomotor nerve function in rats by regulating the expression of Fe2+ , MDA,
    GSH, GPX4, and SLC7A11, improving mitochondrial structure, and reducing ferroptosis.

  • Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. 2025, 20(9): 497-500.
    To explore the clinical characteristics, differential diagnosis, surgical outcomes, and prognosis of primary intraspinal melanoma and pigmented neurilemmoma. Methods: A retrospective analysis was conducted on the clinical data of 5 patients with primary intraspinal melanoma and 7 patients with primary intraspinal pigmented neurilemmoma, all of whom underwent surgical treatment and were pathologically confirmed. The clinical characteristics, key points of differential diagnosis, surgical outcomes, and prognosis of these two diseases were analyzed. Results: The 12 patients exhibited non-specific clinical characteristics, primarily presenting with symptoms of spinal cord impairment at the corresponding lesion levels. On conventional MRI, both the 5 cases of primary intraspinal melanoma and the 7 cases of primary intraspinal pigmented neurilemmoma generally showed isointense or hyperintense signals on T1WI and isointense or hypointense signals on T2WI at the corresponding levels. There were certain differences in MRI contrast-enhanced imaging: primary intraspinal melanoma typically demonstrated heterogeneous enhancement with ill-defined borders and invasion of adjacent tissues, while primary intraspinal pigmented neurilemmoma mostly showed homogeneous enhancement with relatively well-defined borders. For the 5 cases of primary intraspinal melanoma, the surgical duration ranged from 80 to 212 minutes, with an average of (140 ± 46) minutes; intraoperative blood loss ranged from 100 to 600 mL, with an average of (260±100) mL; and there were no perioperative deaths. Postoperative MRI revealed complete resection in 2 cases, subtotal resection in 2 cases, and partial resection in 1 case. For the 7 cases of primary intraspinal pigmented neurilemmoma, the surgical duration ranged from 100 to 228 minutes, with an average of (150±48) minutes; intraoperative blood loss ranged from 120 to 580 mL, with an average of (250±80) mL; and there were no perioperative deaths. Postoperative MRI showed complete resection in all 7 cases. Among the 5 patients with primary intraspinal melanoma who were regularly followed up after surgery, 4 patients died within 3 to 15 months after discharge, with a median survival time of 8.5 months. The cause of death in all cases was distant metastasis. One patient had a survival time exceeding 24 months and showed no signs of local recurrence or metastasis as of the last follow-up (June 2024). All patients completed at least 6 months of follow-up. The 7 patients with primary intraspinal pigmented neurilemmoma underwent regular postoperative imaging monitoring. All patients were followed up for 12 to 60 months, and all were alive with no evidence of tumor recurrence or metastasis. Conclusion: Primary intraspinal melanoma and pigmented neurilemmoma exhibit non-specific clinical characteristics. MRI can be used for preliminary differential diagnosis, but pathological results are required for definitive identification. Primary intraspinal melanoma is more severe than pigmented neurilemmoma. Microscopic total tumor resection is the preferred treatment option, and postoperative adjuvant radiotherapy and chemotherapy can prolong patient survival. Pigmented neurilemmoma is mostly a benign tumor, and total tumor resection can generally be achieved. Postoperative radiotherapy and chemotherapy are usually not required, but long-term prognosis is difficult to predict.
  • Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. https://doi.org/10.16780/j.cnki.sjssgncj.20250085
    Accepted: 2025-09-29
    To preliminarily verify the efficacy and safety of using modular motion pattern rehabilitation robots for rehabilitation training in patients with spinal cord injury. Methods: A total of 100 inpatients with spinal cord injury were enrolled and divided into a control group and an experimental group, with 50 cases in each group, taking into account the spinal cord injury segment, severity, and personal willingness. All patients received conventional treatment. On this basis, the control group underwent conventional motor therapy training conducted by professional rehabilitation therapists for 60 minutes daily, while the experimental group received rehabilitation robot training for 60 minutes daily, both for a total of 6 weeks. Before and after treatment, the International Standards for Neurological Classification of Spinal Cord Injury (ISNCSCI), Modified Barthel Index (MBI), Spinal Cord Independence Measure version III (SCIM- Ⅲ), patient vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, and respiration), and adverse event records were used to evaluate efficacy and safety. Results: After treatment, motor scores, MBI scores, and SCIM-Ⅲ scores significantly improved in both groups (P<0.001). The experimental group showed significant improvements in light touch and pinprick sensation scores (P<0.05), while the control group showed no improvement (P>0.05). After treatment, the SCIM- Ⅲ score in the experimental group was superior to that in the control group (P<0.05), with no statistically significant differences in other indicators between the two groups (P>0.05). Conclusion: Both modular motion pattern rehabilitation robots and conventional motor therapy training contribute to improving motor function, enhancing activities of daily living, and increasing independence in patients with spinal cord injury. However, modular motion pattern rehabilitation robots demonstrate superior efficacy in improving patient independence and sensory function and are safe and effective in assisting with rehabilitation training and positional changes for patients with high-level spinal cord injuries.
  • Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. https://doi.org/10.16780/j.cnki.sjssgncj.20241209
    Accepted: 2025-12-19
    To observe the effects of probiotics on cognitive function changes in Alzheimer's disease
    (AD) rats, and to preliminarily explore its underlying mechanism. Methods: Ninety male rats were divided into
    three groups: sham-operated group, model group, and (model+probiotics) group, with 30 rats in each group. In
    the sham-operated group, sterile water was injected into the bilateral hippocampal CA1 regions of the rats. In the
    model group, Aβ1-42 was injected into the same regions. In the (model +probiotics) group, Aβ1-42 was injected into
    the bilateral hippocampal CA1 regions, followed by probiotic gavage. Cognitive function was evaluated in each
    group of rats. Immunofluorescence was used to detect changes in microglial cells (M1 and M2) in the cortical
    and hippocampal regions. Primary microglial cells were isolated and cultured, and the expression of IBA1 was
    observed using immunofluorescence, along with the measurement of phagocytosis. Results: The (model +
    probiotics) group exhibited significantly enhanced correct channel selection ability in the Y-maze test compared
    to the model group, with an increase in correct channel selection ability (P<0.05). Compared with the
    sham-operated group, the expression of IBA1 protein in the hippocampal tissue was significantly elevated in
    both the model group and the (model + probiotics) group (P<0.01), with no statistically significant difference
    between the model group and the (model+probiotics) group (P>0.05). Compared with the sham-operated group,
    the expression of M1-type microglial cells increased in the cortical and hippocampal regions of both the model
    group and the (model + probiotics) group (P<0.05). Compared with the model group, the (model + probiotics)
    group showed a significant increase in the number of M2-type microglial cells in the cortical and hippocampal
    regions (P<0.05), along with a decrease in the M1/M2 microglial cell ratio in these regions (P<0.05).
    Additionally, the phagocytic activity of microglial cells against Aβ was significantly stronger in the (model+
    probiotics) group than in the model group (P<0.05). There was a statistically significant difference in TH17
    levels among the three groups (P<0.05), whereas no statistically significant differences were observed in Treg
    levels or the Th17/Treg ratio. Conclusion: Probiotics can improve spatial exploration ability and working
    memory capacity in rats and enhance the phagocytic function of microglial cells. The mechanism may involve
    inhibiting the conversion of M1-type to M2-type microglial cells.
  • Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. https://doi.org/10.16780/j.cnki.sjssgncj.20250161
    Accepted: 2025-09-29
    Multimodal MRI can describe structure, function and perfusion changes of epilepsy from different perspectives, offering advantages such as multi-sequence, multi-plane imaging, high resolution, and non-invasiveness. This paper elaborates on the current application status, challenges faced, and future development directions of multimodal MRI technology in the field of clinical evaluation of epilepsy. It summarizes its role in locating the epileptogenic zone and improving diagnostic accuracy, analyzes the current limitations and corresponding countermeasures, and looks forward to the prospects of integrating this technology with other techniques.
  • Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. https://doi.org/10.16780/j.cnki.sjssgncj.20250235
    Accepted: 2025-10-11
    Executive dysfunction seriously affects the daily life and work of individuals, which is common in the
    healthy elderly and patients with a variety of mental and neurological diseases, and brings a huge burden to the
    family and society. Therefore, executive function has become an important area of research. However, the
    concept and assessment methods are not unified, and many treatment methods are still being explored. In order to
    understand executive function in depth, this review aims to summarize the relevant literature and systematically
    introduce the conceptual classification, brain network basis, neuropsychological assessment and intervention
    methods of executive function. Understanding the mechanism of action of different intervention modalities is the
    key to the development of precision treatment programs. This article will focus on analyzing the biological and
    cognitive basis behind these intervention effects, with a view to improving the prognosis of patients with
    executive dysfunction, help improve their quality of life.
  • FENG Linyu, LI Ping, WANG Yao, XU Yuan, XU Yaping, XIE Minjie
    Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. 2026, 21(5): 249-254. https://doi.org/10.16780/j.cnki.sjssgncj.20251531
    To investigate the effects of Tafa2 on microglial functional phenotypes, neuronal injury, and functional recovery following acute cerebral ischemia. Methods: Transient middle cerebral artery occlusion (tMCAO) models were established in adult male wild-type mice. The spatiotemporal expression pattern of Tafa2 protein after cerebral ischemia was determined using immunofluorescence techniques. tMCAO models were established in adult male wild-type and Tafa2-knockout mice. The effects of Tafa2 deletion on microglial polarization, neuronal apoptosis, and neurological function during the acute phase of cerebral ischemia were assessed using immunofluorescence, Nissl staining, TUNEL staining, and behavioral tests. Results: In wild-type mice, Tafa2 protein expression was significantly increased in the ischemic hemisphere on day 3 after tMCAO compared to that in the sham group. On day 3 after tMCAO, Tafa2-knockout mice exhibited reduced infarct volume, decreased neuronal apoptosis, and alleviated sensorimotor deficits compared to wild-type mice. 3 days after tMCAO, Tafa2-knockout mice showed an increased proportion of CD206 + microglia and enhanced phagocytic function compared to wild-type mice. Conclusion: Tafa2 deficiency promotes the polarization of microglia toward an anti-inflammatory and pro-repair phenotype, reduces neuronal damage and improves neurological function during the acute phase of ischemic stroke.
  • Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. 2025, 20(9): 538-542.
    Central nervous system (CNS) disorders, characterized by dysfunction and pathology in neurovascular units, represent a leading cause of disability, with high incidence and protracted courses. Tissue inhibitors of metalloproteinase 1 (TIMP-1) serve as natural inhibitors of matrix metalloproteinase 9 (MMP-9) and are critical for maintaining extracellular matrix homeostasis. Recent research has unveiled novel, MMP-independent functions of TIMP-1, as it acts as a multifaceted cell factor by binding to cell surface receptors. Fluctuations in TIMP-1 levels directly correlate with the occurrence and prognosis of CNS diseases, making TIMP-1 a promising target for promoting neurovascular unit repair. This review summarizes the recent research progress of TIMP-1 in CNS diseases, aiming to comprehensively explore its roles and mechanisms in the development of cerebrovascular injury, epilepsy, and neurodegenerative diseases.
  • YU Yuanfanga,b ,LV Boa,b
    Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. 2026, 21(5): 271-277. https://doi.org/10.16780/j.cnki.sjssgncj.20240241
    MicroRNAs are tiny RNAs widely expressed in eukaryotic organisms, exhibiting differential expression in numerous diseases. MicroRNA-122 (miR-122) is a signaling molecule closely associated with neurological diseases and has been extensively studied in cerebrovascular diseases. This article provides a review of the role and mechanisms of miR-122 in cerebrovascular diseases, aiming to offer new research targets for cerebrovascular diseases and a theoretical basis for the development of related drugs.
  • WANG Zhifeng 1 , YANG Jiao 2 , SHI Ting 1 , XU Shuangfeng 1 , LAN Junfeng 1 , HE Pengfen 1 , HAO Zhihui 1 , YANG Fei 3 , SHI Xinan 4 , WANG Jian 1
    Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. https://doi.org/10.16780/j.cnki.sjssgncj.20241401
    Accepted: 2025-12-26
    To explore the neuroprotective effect of electroacupuncture on cerebral ischemic stroke
    (CIS) in rats and its associated mechanism with cell pyroptosis mediated by the NLRP3/Caspase-1 inflammatory
    pathway. Methods: A total of 48 SPF-grade SD rats were randomly divided into four groups: the
    sham-operation group, the middle cerebral artery occlusion (MCAO) model group, the electroacupuncture group,
    and the inhibitor (MCC950) group, with 12 rats in each group. A rat cerebral ischemia-reperfusion model was
    established using the modified Zea-Longa method. The electroacupuncture group received electroacupuncture
    intervention starting on the first day after modeling, once a day for 14 days. The inhibitor group was
    administered an intraperitoneal injection of MCC950 (3 mg/kg) during the same period, once a day for 14 days.
    The sham-operation group and the model group received no intervention. The degree of neurological deficit was
    evaluated using the Zea Longa 5-point neurological function score. The cerebral infarction volume was detected
    by TTC staining, and the survival status of neurons was observed by Nissl staining. The mRNA and protein
    expression levels of NLRP3, GSDMD, and their downstream Caspase-1, IL-1β, and IL-18 in brain tissue were
    detected using immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, real-time fluorescent quantitative PCR (qPCR),
    enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (Elisa), and Western blot (WB) techniques. Results: Compared with the
    sham-operation group, the neurological deficit score of rats in the model group was significantly increased (P<
    0.001), the cerebral infarction volume was significantly enlarged (P<0.001), the number of Nissl bodies
    decreased, and neuronal morphology was damaged. The mRNA and protein expressions of NLRP3, GSDMD,
    Caspase-1, IL-1β, and IL-18 were all significantly upregulated (P<0.01 or P<0.001). Compared with the model
    group, the above indicators in the electroacupuncture group and the inhibitor group were significantly improved:
    the neurological function score decreased (P<0.05 or P<0.001), the cerebral infarction volume decreased (P<
    0.001), the number of Nissl bodies increased, and neuronal morphology was more intact (P<0.001). The mRNA

    and protein expression levels of NLRP3, GSDMD, and their downstream inflammatory factors were significantly

    decreased (P<0.05, P<0.01, or P<0.001). Moreover, there were no statistical differences in the various indicators between the
    electroacupuncture group and the inhibitor group (P>0.05). Conclusion: Electroacupuncture can inhibit the activation of the NLRP3/
    Caspase-1 inflammatory pathway, downregulate the expression of cell pyroptosis-related proteins (NLRP3, GSDMD) and downstream
    pro-inflammatory factors (Caspase-1, IL-1 β, IL-18), reduce neuroinflammatory damage after cerebral ischemia-reperfusion, decrease
    cerebral infarction volume, and improve neurological function. Its neuroprotective effect is comparable to that of NLRP3 inhibitor
    intervention.

  • Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. 2025, 20(9): 533-537.
    Mirror Visual Feedback Therapy is an emerging rehabilitation approach derived from the mirror neuron theory, which has been increasingly applied in the rehabilitation of post-stroke motor aphasia in recent years. Mirror visual feedback therapy can effectively ameliorate speech disorders in patients with post-stroke motor aphasia, enhancing their spontaneous speech, repetition, naming abilities, and articulation clarity, thereby improving their capacity for daily communication. This paper discusses the background and development of mirror visual feedback therapy, the therapeutic apparatus involved, its potential mechanisms of action in the treatment of post-stroke motor aphasia, and its clinical applications, aiming to provide novel insights for the rehabilitation of post-stroke motor aphasia.
  • Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. https://doi.org/10.16780/j.cnki.sjssgncj.20240657
    Accepted: 2025-09-29
    Obsessive-compulsive disorder(OCD) is a highly disabling mental illness characterized primarily by unnecessary compulsive thinking and behavior. In terms of genetics, abnormalities in the functions of the serotonin, glutamate, and dopaminergic systems in the central nervous system, as well as abnormalities in biological processes such as inflammation and intracellular signal transduction, may be related to the occurrence and development of obsessive-compulsive disorder. Single nucleotide polymorphism may be an important reason for these abnormalities at the molecular biology level. Therefore, studying the polymorphisms of popular candidate genes in different pathogenesis mechanisms is crucial for analyzing the pathogenesis of obsessive-compulsive disorder, and there is potential in predicting risk factors and accurate treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder.
  • Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. 2025, 20(9): 505-510.
    To explore rehabilitation options for dysphagia induced by Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in post-stroke patients. Methods: A patient with post-stroke sequelae who developed COVID-19-induced dysphagia for more than one month underwent a two-stage comprehensive assessment and treatment. In the first stage, intermittent theta burst stimulation (iTBS) to the bilateral swallowing cortex, balloon dilation therapy, and standard swallowing rehabilitation exercise were performed five times per week for two weeks. In the second stage, iTBS was applied to the suprahyoid muscles for an additional two weeks. Assessments were performed before treatment (T0), after the first stage (T1) and after the second stage (T2). The assessment indicators included the Standardized Swallowing Assessment (SSA), Yale Pharyngeal Residue Severity Rating Scale (YPR-SRS) and Penetration-Aspiration Scale (PAS) based on Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES), Functional Oral Intake Scale (FOIS), Motor Evoked Potentials (MEP) of suprahyoid muscles, and Functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (fNIRS). Results: Compared with T0, there was no significant improvement in swallowing function at the end of T1, with moderate to severe residue observed in the epiglottic vallecula and pyriform sinus. The patient could only attempt minimal liquid intake. Compared with the end of T1, the patient's swallowing function was significantly improved at the end of T2, with the SSA score decreasing from 32 to 22. YPR-SRS improved from moderate/severe residue to mild/trace residue, the PAS score decreased from 4 to 1, and the FOIS increased from 2 to 6. The patient could consume food orally with the exception of large gulps. The MEP latency reduced, and the amplitude increased in the bilateral suprahyoid muscles. The fNIRS results revealed a significant increase in the functional connectivity of the cortical swallowing network. Conclusion: iTBS to the suprahyoid muscles and bilateral swallowing cortex combined with balloon dilation is a safe and effective rehabilitation therapy for treating post-COVID-19 dysphagia in post-stroke patients, potentially by improving the function of the supraglottic muscles and increasing the excitability of swallowing-associated cortical areas and functional connectivity of brain networks.
  • Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. 2025, 20(9): 511-516.
    To analyze the potential latent classes of rehabilitation self-efficacy in elderly patients during the rehabilitation phase after stroke and its relationship with self-care ability. Methods: A total of 44 elderly patients in the rehabilitation phase after stroke were selected. During their rehabilitation treatment, they were surveyed using a general information questionnaire, the Stroke Rehabilitation Self-Efficacy Scale, the National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale, the Self-Rating Anxiety Scale, the Self-Rating Depression Scale, the Modified Barthel Index, and the Mini-Mental State Examination. Mplus 8.3 software was employed to conduct latent profile analysis of patients' rehabilitation self-efficacy. SPSS 26.0 software was used to compare the self-care ability of patients with different rehabilitation self-efficacy classes. Results: The rehabilitation self-efficacy of elderly patients in the rehabilitation phase after stroke was divided into two potential latent classes: the average rehabilitation self-efficacy type (27.78% ) and the good rehabilitation self-efficacy type (72.22%). Age, educational level, stroke type, primary caregiver, compliance with rehabilitation exercises, degree of neurological impairment, anxiety, depression, cognitive dysfunction, and dysphagia were predictive factors influencing the latent profile classes of rehabilitation self-efficacy in these patients. There were differences in the self-care ability classification between the two potential latent classes of rehabilitation self-efficacy (P<0.01). Conclusion: The rehabilitation self-efficacy of elderly patients in the rehabilitation phase after stroke can be classified into two types, and there are differences in self-care ability among patients with different rehabilitation self-efficacy classes.
  • Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. 2025, 20(9): 523-528.
    To explore the research status, hot spots and trend of abnormal gait in children with spastic cerebral palsy (SCP). Methods: With Web of Science core collection as the data source, CiteSpace 6.1. R6 and VOS viewer software were used to analyze scientific knowledge map of children and literature of SCP gait. Results: After keyword search and screening, 1 364 Web of Science articles were included in a fluctuating annual volume of articles, including 65 countries / regions, 219 institutions and 200 authors; the US, Germany and Australia were high-yielding countries, and the University of Amsterdam was the leading institution; all countries and institutions had close cooperation in this field. Conclusion: SCP abnormal gait received widespread attention. Type A botox injection, baclofen intrathecal injection, nerve root cutting, and orthosis auxiliary therapy are the future spastic cerebral palsy abnormal gait research hotspots. Hospital, family-school trinity multi-center rehabilitation training is the future of children with SCP rehabilitation training direction.
  • Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. https://doi.org/10.16780/j.cnki.sjssgncj.20250228
    Accepted: 2025-10-20
    Ischemic stroke remains a leading cause of mortality and disability worldwide, yet effective treat
    ments—particularly for its sequelae—are still lacking. Emerging evidence highlights the significant potential of
    extracellular vesicles (EVs) acting as natural nanocarriers for MicroRNA (miRNA) delivery in promoting neuro
    logical recovery after ischemic stroke. This review comprehensively examines the relationships between EVs
    from diverse cellular origins and ischemic stroke pathology. We explore their therapeutic roles in enhancing
    post-stroke neurogenesis, modulating immune responses, stimulating angiogenesis, and suppressing apoptosis.
    By synthesizing recent advances in this field, this paper proposes a promising and forward-looking therapeutic
    strategy based on EV-mediated miRNA delivery for patients affected by ischemic stroke.
  • Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. 2025, 20(9): 517-522.
    To explore the hot topics and development trends in the field of Alzheimer's disease (AD) through Mendelian randomization (MR) studies. Methods: Relevant English literature on MR studies of AD was retrieved from the Web of Science Core Collection database, spanning from the inception of the database to March 2024. CiteSpace 6.2.R4 was utilized for visual analysis of authors, countries, institutions, co-citation of documents, co-occurrence of keywords, and keyword clustering, and a knowledge map was constructed. Additionally, the PatSnap Global New Drug Intelligence Database was consulted to investigate the drug development status of biomarkers related to AD. Results: A total of 347 English articles were included after deduplication, with an increasing trend in annual publication volume. British scholar Ben-shlomo Yoav had the highest betweenness centrality. The top three countries in terms of publication volume were China, the United States, and the United Kingdom, while the top three countries in betweenness centrality were Poland, France, and Canada. China had the highest publication volume but only collaborated with the United States and the Netherlands. The top three institutions were University College London, Harvard University, and Fudan University. In the keyword clustering map, "#0 risk factors" was most closely related to AD biomarkers, with amyloid precursor protein (APP) and tau (TAU) emerging as more promising drug targets. Conclusion: MR studies on AD are mainly conducted in China, the UK, and the US. The primary research focus is on risk factors for AD onset, such as amyloid protein in cerebrospinal fluid. Related studies have identified APP and TAU as more important biomarkers and drug targets.
  • LIU Kexin 1 , CAI Bingru 1 , QU Qianqian 1 , LIU Chang 1 , XU Yingman 1 , ZHANG Li 2
    Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. https://doi.org/10.16780/j.cnki.sjssgncj.20251357
    Accepted: 2026-02-24
    Alzheimer's disease (AD) is an acquired, persistent, and progressive intellectual deterioration
    syndrome characterized primarily by recent memory impairment accompanied by other cognitive deficits.
    During the course of the disease, it can be accompanied by varying degrees of psychiatric and behavioral
    symptoms, gradually affecting patients' activities of daily living and social functioning. Traditional
    pathological mechanisms have focused on the deposition of β-amyloid (Aβ) and the formation of neurofibrilla
    ry tangles composed of tau protein. In recent years, studies have indicated that vascular dysfunction plays a
    crucial driving role in the pathogenesis of AD, with extensive epidemiological, clinical, and basic research
    supporting the novel perspective that AD can be considered a vascular disease. Vascular risk factors (such as
    hypertension, diabetes, and atherosclerosis) directly promote A β production and inhibit its clearance by
    inducing cerebral hypoperfusion, disrupting the blood-brain barrier, and interfering with insulin signaling
    pathways, thereby interacting with Aβ metabolism to collectively exacerbate the pathological progression of
    AD. This review discusses the role of vascular factors in the pathogenesis of AD, aiming to provide new
    perspectives for its diagnosis and treatment and inject fresh vitality into the field of AD research.
  • Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. 2025, 20(9): 547-551.
    目的:探讨本体感觉神经肌肉促进技术(PNF)联合运动想象疗法在脑卒中后偏瘫患者中的应用效 果。方法:随机将我院2019年12月~2022年12月104例脑卒中后偏瘫患者分为对照组和观察组各52例。 基于常规康复训练,对照组予以运动想象疗法,观察组予以PNF配合运动想象疗法,每6周为1个疗程,连续 干预2个疗程。对比2组临床疗效、改良Barthel指数(MBI)、Fugl-Meyer下肢功能量表(FMA-LE)评分、步 速、步幅、步频、膝关节与髋关节屈伸平均角速度及股四头肌、股二头肌、胫骨前肌、腓肠肌iEMC值。结果: 观察组临床治疗总有效率90.38%(47/52)高于对照组73.08%(38/52)(P<0.05);治疗1个、2个疗程后观察组 的MBI评分、FMA-LE评分均高于对照组(P<0.05);观察组治疗1个、2个疗程步速、步幅、步频及髋关节、膝 关节屈伸平均角速均大于对照组(P<0.05);治疗1个、2个疗程观察组股四头肌、股二头肌、胫骨前肌、腓肠 肌iEMC值大于对照组(P<0.05)。结论:PNF联合运动想象疗法对脑卒中后偏瘫进行干预效果良好,可增 强下肢肌群肌力,改善步态特征,提升肢体功能,从而增强患者生活自理能力。
  • XU Chenguang, LI Jingjing, WANG Liang, HE Li
    Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. https://doi.org/10.16780/j.cnki.sjssgncj.20250176
    Accepted: 2026-01-02
    To investigate the role of LncRNA MIRLET7BHG in human neuroblastoma cell line
    (SH-SY5Y) during ischemia reperfusion injury. Methods: An oxygen and glucose deprivation/reoxygenation
    (OGD/R) model was used to simulate in vitro ischemia reperfusion injury in SH-SY5Y cells, and the level of
    LncRNA MIRLET7BHG was examined by RT-qPCR. A LncRNA MIRLET7BHG knockdown model of
    SH-SY5Y cells was constructed, and MTT, flow cytometry, and Western blotting were used to evaluate the
    viability and apoptosis levels of cells after normal culture or OGD/R treatment. Results: After OGD/R
    treatment, the apoptosis rate of SH-SY5Y cells increased significantly, the cell survival rate decreased
    significantly, the levels of oxidative stress markers increased significantly, and the transcription level of LncRNA
    MIRLET7BHG increased significantly. Knocking down LncRNA MIRLET7BHG in SH-SY5Y cells reduced the
    viability of SH-SY5Y cells under normal culture or OGD/R treatment and promoted cell apoptosis.
    Conclusion: LncRNA MIRLET7BHG has a certain inhibitory effect on OGD/R-induced apoptosis of
    SH-SY5Y cells. The up-regulation of LncRNA MIRLET7BHG transcription level suggests that there may be a
    negative feedback mechanism.
  • HE Haonan, YAO Xiaodong
    Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. 2025, 20(12): 694-699.
    To explore the possible subtypes and clinical characteristics of persistent postural-perceptual dizziness(PPPD). Methods: A total of 106 patients diagnosed with PPPD were selected from the Shanxi People’s Hospital between May 2023 and December 2023. General and clinical data of the patients were collected; upon admission, questionnaires including the Niigata PPPD Questionnaire(NPQ), Dizziness Handicap Inventory(DHI), Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale(HADS), and State-Trait Anxiety Inventory(STAI) were administered. Factor analysis was conducted on the scale items, followed by cluster analysis based on the results of the factor analysis, with characteristic analysis performed for each patient group. Results: Factor analysis revealed three factors, named active motor factor(32.82% ), visual stimulation factor(14.80% ), and upright position factor(10.97% ). Cluster analysis identified three subtypes: visual stimulation-dominant subtype(n=25), posture control-dominant subtype(n=24), and active motor-dominant subtype(n=57). There were statistically significant differences in age, occupation, and family history of headaches among the three subtypes(P<0.05). The visual stimulation-dominant subtype patients had younger ages, with a notable family history of headache, and worked primarily as bank/supermarket clerks; the posture control-dominant subtype mainly consisted of civil servants, teachers; while the active motor-dominant subtype included predominantly workers, farmers. No statistically significant differences were found in other clinical data(P>0.05). Conclusion: The most common exacerbating factor for PPPD is active movement; it can be divided into three subtypes, each with significant characteristics in terms of age, occupation, and family history of headaches.
  • Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. https://doi.org/10.16780/j.cnki.sjssgncj.20250359
    Accepted: 2025-11-14
    To investigate the impact of pelvic regulation training during transfer tasks on the motor
    ability of patients with early-stage stroke. Methods: A total of 60 stroke patients with a disease duration of less
    than 1 month were selected and randomly divided into an experimental group (n=30) and a control group (n=30).
    Both groups received conventional rehabilitation therapy. The control group received additional standardized
    transfer task training, while the experimental group received modified transfer task training centered on pelvic
    regulation. The treatment lasted for 2 weeks. Before and after treatment, both groups were evaluated using the
    Berg Balance Scale (BBS), Modified Barthel Index (MBI), Functional Ambulation Category scale (FAC), and
    the Root Mean Square (RMS) value, a time-domain indicator of surface electromyography. Additionally, a
    correlation analysis was conducted between the post-treatment RMS values and the BBS, MBI, and FAC
    evaluation indicators in the experimental group. Results: Before treatment, there were no statistically significant
    differences in the BBS, MBI, FAC, and RMS evaluation indicators between the two groups (P>0.05). After
    treatment, both groups showed significant improvements in BBS, MBI, FAC, and RMS compared to before
    treatment (P<0.001). The experimental group outperformed the control group in terms of BBS, MBI, FAC, and
    RMS evaluation indicators (P<0.05). In the experimental group, the post-treatment RMS values were
    significantly correlated with BBS, MBI, and FAC (P<0.001). Conclusion: Incorporating modified transfer task
    training centered on pelvic regulation into conventional rehabilitation therapy can significantly improve the
    balance function, activities of daily living (ADL), and walking ability of patients with early-stage stroke.
    Moreover, pelvic regulation ability is a crucial factor in enhancing the motor ability of these patients.
  • Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. https://doi.org/10.16780/j.cnki.sjssgncj.20241447
    Accepted: 2025-11-14
    To explore the potential causal relationship between gut microbiota and fronto-temporal
    dementia (FTD). Methods: Genome-wide association study (GWAS) data for gut microbiota and FTD were
    obtained from the MiBioGen and IEU OpenGWAS project websites, respectively. Genetic variants associated
    with both gut microbiota and FTD were selected as instrumental variables. Commonly used methods in
    Mendelian randomization (MR) analysis, including the inverse variance weighted (IVW) method, weighted
    median (WME) method, MR-Egger method, simple mode (SM) method, and weighted mode (WM) method,
    were employed for the MR analysis. The causal relationship between gut microbiota and FTD was ultimately
    determined based on the P-value derived from the IVW method. Heterogeneity was assessed using the Q test,
    pleiotropy was evaluated using the pleiotropy function, horizontal pleiotropy was detected using MR-PRESSO,
    and directionality was tested using the Steiger test. Results: Genetic variants associated with FTD were
    screened and used as instrumental variables. A causal association was identified between Ruminococcus and
    FTD (OR=0.134, 95% CI: 0.028~0.637, P<0.05), as well as between Family_XIII_UCG_001 (a member of the
    Clostridium genus in the rectum) and FTD (OR=10.672, 95% CI: 2.001~56.921, P<0.05). No heterogeneity was
    observed in the causal associations of Ruminococcus and Family_XIII_UCG_001 with FTD (P>0.05).
    Additionally, no horizontal pleiotropic effects were detected for these associations (P>0.05). MR-PRESSO
    analysis confirmed the absence of horizontal pleiotropy (P>0.05), and the Steiger test validated the directionality
    of the causal relationships between Ruminococcus, Family_XIII_UCG_001, and FTD (P<0.05). Conclusion: A
    negative causal relationship exists between Ruminococcus and FTD, while a positive causal relationship exists
    between Family_XIII_UCG_001 (of the Clostridium genus in the rectum) and FTD.
  • Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. 2025, 20(11): 651-654.
    As the principal afferent pathway for noxious stimuli, nociceptive sensory neurons have been shown to actively participate in tumor progression. Numerous studies indicate a complex bidirectional crosstalk between sensory neurons and tumors: tumors promote tumor innervation by releasing neurotrophic factors and axon guidance molecules, while sensory neurons remodel the tumor microenvironment by releasing neuropeptides, thereby modulating cancer proliferation, angiogenesis, immune evasion, and metastasis. However, this sensory neuro-tumor interaction exhibits marked heterogeneity across tumors of different organ origins, and its organ-specific mechanisms have yet to be systematically elucidated. Accordingly, this review aims to systematically delineate the organ-specific mechanisms by which nociceptive sensory neurons contribute to the initiation and progression of multiple solid tumors, evaluate the therapeutic potential of targeting the sensory neuron-tumor signaling axis, and provide a theoretical basis and research directions for developing organ-specific neuromodulatory strategies.
  • Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. 2025, 20(9): 501-504.
    To develop a novel restraint garment for cerebrovascular interventional procedures and investigate its safety and efficacy in cerebrovascular interventional surgeries. Methods: A total of 140 patients with acute large-artery occlusive stroke undergoing mechanical thrombectomy were enrolled and divided into a trial group (n=69) and a control group (n=71). The control group utilized conventional restraint straps, while the trial group employed the novel restraint garment for cerebrovascular interventional procedures. Comparisons were made between the two groups regarding the time to first vascular recanalization, total surgical time, 30-day modified Rankin Scale (mRS) score, intraoperative limb dislodgement rate, average surgical cost per patient, and safety indicators. Results: Compared with the control group, the novel restraint garment significantly shortened the time to first vascular recanalization [(43.5±13.7) min v.s (50.7±15.7) min, P=0.039] and total surgical time [(81.1±15.6) min v.s (93.2±21.1) min, P=0.027]. The trial group also demonstrated a significantly lower rate of limb dislodgement (0% v.s 35.2% , P<0.001) and reduced average surgical cost per patient [(76 315±12 400) yuan v.s (81 462±14 142) yuan, P=0.040] compared with the control group. In terms of safety, the rate of skin redness at the restraint site in the trial group (8.7% v.s 42.3%, P<0.001) was significantly lower than that in the control group. Conclusion: The novel restraint garment for cerebrovascular interventional procedures exhibits good safety and effectively shortens surgical time, reduces the intraoperative limb dislodgement rate, and lowers the average surgical cost per patient.
  • WANG Luyao 1, 2 , ZHAN Zige 1, 2 , ZHENG Kai 1, 2
    Neural Injury and Functional Reconstruction. 2025, 20(12): 737-741.
    Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a neurodegenerative disorder marked by progressive cognitive decline and driven by complex pathological processes, including β-amyloid deposition, hyperphosphorylated tau aggregation, and neuroinflammation. β-Hydroxybutyrate (BHB), the predominant circulating ketone body, functions not only as an alternative energy substrate to mitigate neuronal energy deficits but also acts on multiple pathological targets central to AD progression. This review systematically summarizes the neuroprotective mechanisms of BHB in AD, focusing on mitochondrial dysfunction, pathological protein deposition, neuroinflammation, oxidative stress, and insulin resistance. Clinical studies indicate that BHB significantly improves cognition in APOE ε4-negative patients, yet current strategies for inducing endogenous ketosis or supplementing exogenous ketones face substantial challenges. Future research should focus on optimizing BHB administration protocols, defining the optimal therapeutic blood concentration range, and advancing BHB as a targeted metabolic intervention for AD. Collectively, this review provides a theoretical framework for understanding the multi-mechanistic synergy of BHB in AD and its clinical translation.