Precentral Gyrus
The Precentral Gyrus is a prominent fold located in the frontal lobe of the brain, specifically situated just in front of the central sulcus. It is primarily responsible for motor control, as it contains the primary motor cortex, which sends signals to various muscles in the body to facilitate movement.
This area of the brain is organized in a way that different regions correspond to different body parts, a concept known as the motor homunculus. Damage to the precentral gyrus can lead to motor deficits, affecting a person's ability to move specific parts of their body.