motorendplate
Motorendplatte is a term of German origin that translates to "motor end plate" in English. It refers to the specialized structure at the junction of a motor neuron and a muscle fiber. This is where the electrical signal from the neuron is transmitted to the muscle, causing it to contract. The motorendplatte, also known as the neuromuscular junction, is a critical component of the muscular system and plays a vital role in voluntary movement.
Structurally, the motorendplatte consists of three main parts: the presynaptic terminal of the motor neuron, the
Disruptions to the motorendplatte can result in various neuromuscular disorders. For instance, autoimmune diseases like myasthenia