Lecture2: Physiology Of Cerebellum Flashcards
1
Q
Which 2 nuclei are responsible for steady head position and eye fixation on object despite movement?
A
Vestibular and Fastigial nuclei
2
Q
What coordinates the balance and posture of whole body?
A
The Vermis
3
Q
What does damage to the Flocculonodular lobe result in?
A
Nystagmus
4
Q
What is the role of the Spinocerebellum in voluntary movements?
A
Comparing function and prediction of body part in complex movements
5
Q
How does the Spinocerebellum compare?
A
It receives signals from both the motor cortex and feedback signals and compares them in the Nucleus Interpositus.
6
Q
What is the role of the Cerebrocerebellum in voluntary movements?
A
Planning and initiating the voluntary movement, and storing procedural memories
