Eardrum

Definition The eardrum, also called tympanic membrane (Membrana tympani), is an essential part of the sound conducting apparatus of the human ear and forms the boundary between the external auditory canal and the middle ear. Anatomy The round to longitudinal oval eardrum measures about 9-11mm in its longest diameter and is only 0.1mm thick. Its … Eardrum

Eardrum vibrates | Eardrum

Eardrum vibrates It is part of the regular function of the eardrum that it is set into vibration and oscillation by sound waves. Normally, these vibrations are not noticeable. However, in the context of certain diseases, symptoms such as noticeable vibration, humming and other disturbing noises in the ear can occur. The causes can be … Eardrum vibrates | Eardrum

The inner ear

Synonyms Latin: Auris interna Definition The inner ear is located inside the petrous bone and contains the hearing and balance organs. It consists of a membranous labyrinth surrounded by a bony labyrinth of the same shape. The cochlea is the organ of hearing in the inner ear. It consists of the cochlear labyrinth with a … The inner ear

Summary | The inner ear

Summary The inner ear is a complex structure that helps us to orient ourselves in space. The perception of sound also plays an extremely important role in our social life. All articles in this series: The inner ear Summary

Balance

Synonyms Vestibular apparatus, vestibularis organ, vestibular organ, vestibular balance ability, movement coordination, dizziness, vestibular organ failure Definition Balance in the sense of the ability to balance is defined as the ability to keep the body and/or parts of the body in balance, or to bring them back into balance during movements. The organ of equilibrium … Balance

Diseases of the vestibular organ | Balance

Diseases of the vestibular organ Menière’s disease or Menière’s disease is a disease of the inner ear, which manifests itself through the three characteristic symptoms of vertigo attacks, ringing in the ears and hearing loss. The dizziness attacks usually start suddenly and unpredictably and can last from a few minutes to even hours. In those … Diseases of the vestibular organ | Balance

The organ of equilibrium

Synonyms Vestibular apparatus, vestibularis organ, vestibular organ, vestibular balance ability, movement coordination, dizziness, vestibular organ failure Introduction The human organ of equilibrium is located in the inner ear, in the so-called labyrinth. Several structures, fluids and sensory fields are involved, which measure rotational and linear accelerations in order to maintain the body’s equilibrium and enable … The organ of equilibrium

Function of the organ of equilibrium | The organ of equilibrium

Function of the organ of equilibrium The function of our equilibrium organ (vestibular organ) is to keep our body in balance in every position and situation so that we can orientate ourselves in space. This phenomenon is especially impressive when you are sitting on a very fast moving carousel. Although the body rotates against the … Function of the organ of equilibrium | The organ of equilibrium

How does dizziness develop through the organ of balance? | The organ of equilibrium

How does dizziness develop through the organ of balance? Dizziness can be caused in different places. The vestibular organ takes the sense of balance and transmits it via a large nerve to the brain. The cause of dizziness can therefore be in the organ of balance or in the large vestibular nerve (e.g. neuritis vestibularis). … How does dizziness develop through the organ of balance? | The organ of equilibrium