Across
- 2. Connects the cerebrum to the spinal cord and integrates sensory input for balance
- 6. Tiny crystals in the inner ear that sense gravity and linear acceleration
- 7. The state of physical balance
- 11. Sensation of spinning often caused by inner ear problems
- 14. Fluid inside the semicircular canals essential for detecting motion
- 16. Central part of the inner ear involved in balance
- 19. Sensory structure in the semicircular canals that detects angular motion
- 20. Bulbous region in the semicircular canals housing sensory receptors
Down
- 1. Involuntary eye movements often related to vestibular dysfunction
- 3. Brain region that integrates balance and coordination
- 4. The manner or pattern of walking
- 5. Sac in the vestibular system that senses horizontal movements
- 8. Inner ear inflammation causing dizziness and balance issues
- 9. Specialized hair cells in the inner ear involved in detecting motion
- 10. Spiral-shaped structure in the inner ear; crucial for hearing
- 12. Sensory region in the utricle and saccule that detects linear motion
- 13. Canals in the inner ear that detect rotational movements
- 15. Ability to maintain posture and stability
- 17. Sac in the vestibular system that senses vertical movements
- 18. Sense of body position and movement