Reticulospinal Tract Overview

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What are the two major groups of reticular nuclei?

Pontine reticular nuclei and medullary reticular nuclei

What is the primary function of the pontine reticular nuclei?

To excite the antigravity muscles

What is the primary function of the medullary reticular nuclei?

To relax the antigravity muscles

What is the primary function of the lateral reticulospinal tract?

<p>To inhibit the gamma motor neurons</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the ventral reticulospinal tract?

<p>To facilitate the stretch reflex and skeletal muscle tone</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the olivospinal tract?

<p>To facilitate the stretch reflex and skeletal muscle tone</p> Signup and view all the answers

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