L35 Cerebellum

• Function of cerebellum

  -movement and coordination
• cerebellar peduncles connected cerebellum to its specific part of brain. list part of peduncles and its connection part.

  -Superior cerebellar peduncles -Midbrain -Voluntary movement initiation, coordination

  -Middle cerebellar peduncles -Pons -Communication with cerebral cortex, fine-tuning movements

  -Inferior cerebellar peduncles -Medulla oblongata -Balance and posture control
• what are cerebellar lesions

  -disruptions or damage to the cerebellum, the part of the brain responsible for coordination, balance, and motor learning.
• give 3 examples of cerebellar lesions

  -stroke

  -tumors

  -trauma