In particular, astrocytes and microglia are the immunocompetent ... in rodents, using L5 spinal nerve ligation, a widely used animal model of neuropathic pain. Both MMP-9 and MMP-2, which are ...

"Using experimental tools to deplete microglia, we found it's possible to prevent abnormal nerve growth, and prevent ...

Activated microglia may play a role in OPC and oligodendrocyte ... provided the original work is properly cited. 1 Brain and Spinal Injury Center, Department of Neurological Surgery, University ...