Dreaming of movement: how sleep boosts skills learned in your mind

NCT ID NCT03130322

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 11, 2026 · Updated 25 times

Summary

This study looked at how sleep helps the brain solidify motor skills that were learned through mental imagery (imagining movements without actually doing them). Researchers used brain scans to track changes in brain activity before and after sleep. The goal was to understand which brain networks are involved, which could help design better mental practice programs for people recovering from movement disorders.

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Locations

  • CH le Vinatier

    Bron, 69500, France

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