Cerebellum Normal Functions

Question 1

What is the main function of the cerebellum?

Answer 1

To determine RRFM: Rate, Range, and Force of Movement

Question 2

The cerebellum controls motor activity by _________ it (not initiating it)

Answer 2

regulating

Question 3

Is activity in the cerebellum ipsilateral or contralateral?

Answer 3

Ipsilateral

Question 4

What affect does the cerebellum have on movement?

Answer 4

Smooths out and coordinates movement initiated by UMN

Question 5

The cerebellum is connected to which 4 regions of the brain?

Answer 5

Sensory
Cognition
Language
Emotion

Question 6

What are some important anatomical parts of the cerebellum?

Answer 6

Vermis, hemispheres (rostral and caudal lobes), flocculonodular lobe

Question 7

The cerebellum connects to the brainstem by 3 cerebellar __________.

Answer 7

pundacles - rostral, middle, caudal

Question 8

The vestibular system is controlled by what part of the cerebellum?

Answer 8

Flocculonodular Lobe

Question 9

Spinal cord function and posture are controlled by what part(s) of the cerebellum?

Answer 9

Vermis and Rostral Lobe

Question 10

Regulation of skilled movements are controlled by what part(s) of the cerebellum?

Answer 10

Vermis and Caudal Lobe

Question 11

What phases of gait does the cerebellum have a role?

Answer 11

ALL phases of gait from initiation through protraction