Sensorimotor transformations in act preps

Question 1

Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS)

Answer 1

create a magnetic pulse and send to scalp to activate certain neurons

Question 2

Silent period

Answer 2

have somebody do a slight contraction (background activity), then generate larger MEP then you can observe a refractory period and activation of inhibitory neurons.

Question 3

MEP (motor evoked potential)

Answer 3

elecrical signal by stimulating the motor cortex