Behavioral Assessment of the Animal Model.

<p>(A–C) BBB scores (A), paw withdrawal threshold (PWL) under thermal stimulation (B) and tactile withdrawal threshold (C) were determined at different time points before or after surgery (day −3/−1, 1, 3, 7, 14, 28) in sham-operated group (SHAM), classic cauda equina compression group (CCC) and modified cauda equina compression group (MCC). (D–E) Forced running (D) or free running (E) distances were tested in SHAM, CCC and MCC group rats.