Mechanisms of Caloric Stimulation of the Pigeon's Vestibular System
Hubert A. Spoelstra, Hero P. Wit, H. M. Segenhout
Abstract
Hubert A. Spoelstra, Hero P. Wit, H. M. Segenhout
Abstract
Bárány's thermal convection theory was questioned after the observation of caloric nystagmus in space under microgravity conditions. Our study was undertaken to gain more insight into the mechanisms that play a role during caloric stimulation of the vestibular system.
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Bárány's thermal convection theory was questioned after the observation of caloric nystagmus in space under microgravity conditions. Our study was undertaken to gain more insight into the mechanisms that play a role during caloric stimulation of the vestibular system.
Key concepts: Caloric theory, Vestibular system, Stimulation, Nystagmus, Audiology, Medicine, Neuroscience, Psychology