| TST | Task specific training |
| DNMTs | DNA methyltransferases |
| 5-mc | 5-methylcytosine |
| mNSS | Modified neurological severity score |
| 5-Aza-dC | 5-aza-2′-deoxycytidine |
| C | Sham Control group |
| S | Stroke group |
| SA | 5-Aza-dC treated stroke group |
| SR | TST treated stroke group |
| SAR | 5-Aza-dC combined with TST treated stroke group |
| ANOVA | Analysis of variance |
| RN | Red nucleus |
| RF | Reticular formation |
| CST | Corticospinal tract |
| BDA | Biotinylated dextran amine |
| dlCST | Dorsolateral parts of the spinal cord |
| Pro-BDNF | Pro-brain-derived neurotrophic factor |
| mBDNF | Mature BDNF |
| t-PA | Tissue plasminogen activator |