Extrapyramidal system

The extrapyramidal system is a network of brain pathways involved in coordinating movement, posture, and muscle tone. Unlike the pyramidal system, which directly controls voluntary movements, the extrapyramidal system modulates and smooths these movements, helping maintain balance and coordination. It includes structures like the basal ganglia and cerebellum. When functioning properly, it ensures movements are fluid and controlled. Disorders affecting this system can lead to symptoms like tremors, rigidity, and involuntary movements. It plays a crucial role in subconscious aspects of motor control, ensuring our movements are natural and coordinated.