Key Differences Between Structural and Functional Neuroplasticity

1. Structural Neuroplasticity

   • This is about changes in the brain's actual structure.
   • Did you know that our brains can create around 10,000 new connections each day?
   • When there is an injury, the brain can grow back parts called dendritic branches.

2. Functional Neuroplasticity

   • This refers to how the brain can change how it works.
   • For example, if part of the brain is damaged, it can move those important jobs to healthy parts instead.
   • After an injury, about 50% of some brain jobs can change to different areas of the brain.