Vestibule

Definition

In the context of anatomy and physiology, a vestibule is a small space or cavity at the entrance to a canal, channel, or organ. It acts as an entry point that leads to more internal parts of the structure, such as the vestibule of the ear which plays a role in hearing and balance.

Related terms

Somatic Nervous System:

The part of the peripheral nervous system that handles voluntary control of body movements through skeletal muscles.

Sensory Receptors:

Specialized cells or nerve endings that respond to changes in the environment by converting energy from stimuli into electrical signals for nervous system processing.

Proprioception:

The sense that allows perception of body position and movement, enabling coordination and balance without directly looking at limbs