CNS Function Flashcards
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Vetromedial tracts
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Large muscle movements Include 3 types: Vestibulospinal tract Tectospinal tract Reticulospinal tract
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Pyramidal tracts
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Direct pathways from primary motor cortex to spinal cord
Fine motor movements
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Vestibulospinal tract
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Movement of the head
Neck
Lumbar muscles to maintain posture
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Tectospinal tract
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Head and eye movements that correctly position the eyes on exact object
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Reticulospinal tract
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Balance
Stimulating extensors to legs I maintain posture against force of gravity