Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
reinnervate
verb
/ˌriːˈɪn.ər.veɪt/
Definition
To restore or supply nerves to a part of the body that has lost its nerve supply.
Examples
- The surgeon aimed to reinnervate the damaged area after the injury.
- Reinnervating the muscle helped restore its function.
- Scientists are researching how to effectively reinnervate peripheral nerves in patients with nerve damage.
Meaning
Reinnervation refers to the process of nerves regrowing into an area that has previously lost its nerve connections, often due to injury or disease.
Synonyms
- Regenerate
- Resupply
- Reconnect
