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HMS, BM EQ-Bank 93

Outline how the nervous system coordinates an immediate response to maintain balance when a rugby player is tackled.   (3 marks)

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  • Proprioceptors in muscles and joints detect sudden changes in body position during the tackle
  • Sensory neurons rapidly transmit this information to the cerebellum and spinal cord
  • The cerebellum processes balance information and coordinates corrective movements
  • Motor neurons activate core and leg muscles to adjust posture and prevent falling
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  • Proprioceptors in muscles and joints detect sudden changes in body position during the tackle
  • Sensory neurons rapidly transmit this information to the cerebellum and spinal cord
  • The cerebellum processes balance information and coordinates corrective movements
  • Motor neurons activate core and leg muscles to adjust posture and prevent falling