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Abstract

This lecture will explore the importance of neurophysiology in guiding the application of non-invasive neuromodulation strategies for individuals with spinal cord injury. Dr. Tajali will present her research findings investigating how transcutaneous spinal cord stimulation and functional electrical stimulation can modulate the excitability of spinal neural pathways and promote motor recovery. The talk will delve into the mechanisms by which these neuromodulation techniques may influence spinal and supraspinal circuits and may contribute to meaningful functional gains. Through neurophysiological assessment techniques, including spinal reflex testing and motor evoked potentials, the talk aims to better characterize who benefits most from stimulation-based interventions and how these interventions can be tailored accordingly. This presentation will bridge foundational neurophysiological principles with translational research, offering insight into the future of individualized SCI rehabilitation using non-invasive neuromodulation.

Biography

Dr. Shirin Tajali is a postdoctoral fellow at the UHN with over a decade of clinical and academic experience in neurological rehabilitation. Her research focuses on integrating non-invasive neuromodulation with task-specific rehabilitation to promote neuroplasticity and functional outcomes. She is passionate about advancing individualized care and bridging clinical and translational research in neurorehabilitation. She is the recipient of a prestigious Craig H. Neilsen Foundation postdoctoral fellowship award to investigate the effects of non-invasive neuromodulation techniques combined with activity-based therapy on motor recovery and neuroplasticity in individuals with spinal cord injury. She is also leading a new clinical trial funded by MS Canada, expanding her work on MS population.

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