Balance Reflexes

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What is the vestibulo-ocular reflex (VOR)?

  • Coordinates head and eye movements

  • Stabilizes gaze during head movement

  • Eyes counter the movement of the head

  • Maintains a stable image on the retina


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What is the primary purpose of the VOR?

  • Gaze stabilization

  • Maintain visual fixation during head movement

  • Keep images stable on the retina


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What is the vestibulospinal reflex (VSR)?

  • Stabilizes the body during movement

  • Helps maintain postural stability during head movement

  • Coordinates the trunk during upright posture


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What is the main difference between VOR and VSR?

  • VOR → stabilizes the eyes/gaze

  • VSR → stabilizes the body/posture