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The Rota-Rod is a behavioral assessment device designed to evaluate motor coordination, balance, endurance, and fatigue in rodents. It consists of a horizontally rotating rod on which rats must walk to avoid falling. Each lane has a trip detector that stops the timer when a rat falls, allowing for precise measurement of performance

• Place on a stable, vibration-free surface
• Balance lanes properly to avoid mechanical strain
• Clean trip-boxes and rod post-session
• Store or export data post-session via USB or RS‑232
• Regular calibration checks and sensor maintenance ensure accuracy

• Evaluating effects of drugs or neurodegenerative diseases on motor skills and coordination (e.g., Parkinson’s, ataxia)
• Measuring fatigue, balance, and endurance as reflected by fall latency
• Ideal for phenotyping in behavioral neuroscience and pharmacology
• Adaptable to various experimental protocols using adjustable motion patterns