A type of stem cell that resides in the brain, which can make new nerve cells (called neurons) and other cells that support nerve cells (called glia).In the adult, neural stem cells can be found in very specific and very small areas of the brain where replacement of nerve cells is seen. type of stem cell that resides in the brain, which can make new nerve cells (called neurons) and other cells that support nerve cells (called glia).
A physical therapist may recommend exercises to treat thigh weakness caused by a pinched sciatic nerve. Muscle weakness in the hips and thighs is a symptom of myositis. A charley horse is a painful cramp or muscle spasm that is associated with thigh weakness. Bed rest is a common cause of thigh weakness.
1 Example #3: damage to the inferior gluteal nerve (L5, S1, and S2) impairs the gluteus maximus muscle. 2  This will result in weak or absent extension of the thigh. 3  Example #4: damage to the sciatic nerve (L4 through S3) will impair the action of the hamstrings.