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Spinocerebellum - definition

medial region of the cerebellum. The spinocerebellum receives somatosensory input from the spinal cord; it uses this information to modify descending motor commands to facilitate movement, maintain balance, and control posture.

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The spinocerebellum is made up of the purple and tan regions above.