muscle reinnervation

Muscle reinnervation is the process where nerves are reconnected to muscles after injury or surgery to restore movement. When nerves are damaged, the signals that tell muscles to move are lost. During reinnervation, surgeons or natural healing allow new nerve fibers to grow and connect to the target muscles. Over time, these new connections enable the muscles to receive stimuli again, helping restore their strength and function. This process is essential for recovery after nerve injuries and involves intricate biological mechanisms that guide nerve growth and proper connection to enable coordinated muscle activity.