Video - Cerebellum

The cerebellum is a part of the brain that lies at the back of the head, beneath the cerebrum. It plays an important role in controlling movement and balance. Damage to the cerebellum can lead to problems with movement and balance. The cerebellum contains many Purkinje cells, which are responsible for processing information related to movement and balance from other parts of the brain. Damage to these cells can lead to problems with movement and balance. The cerebellum also contains deep nuclei, which are responsible for processing information from other parts of the brain related to movement and balance. These nuclei include the dentate nucleus, the interposed nuclei, which comprise the globose and emboliform nuclei, and the fastigial nucleus. Damage to these nuclei can lead to problems with movement and balance.