ANS and ENS TLOs

Question 1

Discuss the location and role of the upper and motor neuron

Answer 1

Movements are built in the brain, conducted by UMNs

Question 2

It is involved in controlling balance and ocular reflexes, mainly fixation on a target

Answer 2

Vestibulocerebellum - It is involved in controlling balance and ocular reflexes, mainly fixation on a target

Spinocerebellum - Modify descending motor commands to facilitate movement, maintain balance, and control posture.

Cerebrocerebellum tracts - It is involved in planning movements and motor learning

Question 3

Describe briefly the role of spinal reflex in posture

Answer 3

The stretch reflex is a major component in our posture and everyday movement. Our stretch reflex detects how our muscles are moving. It acts automatically like breathing, sweating, and digestion. The stretch reflex utilises tiny receptors called muscle spindles