renervate

Definitions

1. To restore nerve stimulation to.
   transitive
2. (of a body part) To regain nerve stimulation.
   intransitive
3. To have one's strength to return.
   obsolete

Examples

“Subsequently, studies by Lugaro (104), Ramón y Cajal (161), Van Harrelveld (202), Edds (49), and Hoffman (72) provided anatomic and physiologic evidence that intact fibers from partially cut⟳ peripheral nerves can generate⟳ axon sprouts that renervate muscles.”

“Initially, surviving neurones compensate for this by producing axon branches to renervate denervated muscle fibres.”

“In addition to that, Dr. Shumway would tell⟳ you that hearts tend⟳ to renervate after six months.”

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