Cerebellum

Definition

The cerebellum is a major feature of the hindbrain of all vertebrates, primarily responsible for coordinating voluntary movements, balance, and posture. It integrates sensory inputs and fine-tunes motor activities to ensure smooth execution.

Related terms

Motor Coordination: The ability to organize, direct, and execute smooth and accurate movements.

Proprioception: The sense of the relative position of one's own parts of the body and strength of effort being employed in movement.

Vestibular System: A system in the inner ear that provides information about motion, head position, and spatial orientation; it helps with balance and eye movements