Primary Motor Cortex
The Primary Motor Cortex is a region located in the frontal lobe of the brain, specifically in the precentral gyrus. It plays a crucial role in planning, controlling, and executing voluntary movements. This area is organized somatotopically, meaning different parts correspond to different body parts, with more space allocated to areas requiring finer motor control, such as the hands and face.
Electrical stimulation of the Primary Motor Cortex can trigger movements in specific body parts, demonstrating its direct involvement in motor function. Damage to this area can lead to motor deficits, affecting a person's ability to move or coordinate movements effectively.