Understanding Motor Neurons

Motor neurons are crucial components of our nervous system, responsible for conveying messages that enable voluntary and involuntary movements. They can be categorized into upper and lower motor neurons, with the former originating in the brain's cerebral cortex and controlling conscious movements. For instance, when executing a golf swing, the upper motor neurons are actively involved in creating the motor patterns necessary for that action. In contrast, lower motor neurons play a role in involuntary movements, such as breathing and reflexes, thus operating on automatic while performing tasks we have trained to do, like walking.