Motor performance is not enhanced by daytime naps in older adults

The impact of sleep on motor learning in the aging brain was investigated using an experimental diurnal nap setup. As the brain ages several components of learning as well as motor performance change. In addition, aging is also related to sleep architectural changes. This combination of slowed learn...

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Main Authors: Winifried eBackhaus, Hanna eBraass, Thomas eRenne, Christian eGerloff, Friedhelm C Hummel
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2016-05-01
Series:Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience
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Online Access:http://journal.frontiersin.org/Journal/10.3389/fnagi.2016.00125/full