Dr. Nichelle Gurule on Instagram: "Many parents don’t realize how much the vestibulo-ocular reflex (VOR) impacts their child’s ability to learn, focus, and move with confidence. 👀 The VOR is a reflex that keeps vision stable while the head moves. It links the inner ear (vestibular system) with the eye muscles, making sure your child can keep their eyes locked on a target even when their head is turning or nodding. 🖐 Try this at home: Have your child hold out a thumb in front of them, fix their

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One drill, so many applications for gymnasts. 🤸🏻‍♀️ It’s activating the vestibulo-ocular reflex (VOR) - a reflex that helps you see clearly while your head is moving. It’s what keeps the table/bar/floor/beam from spinning or bouncing while doing gymnastics, but it’s also stimulating the vestibular system, which regulates tone and function of posterior chain muscles. Five ways it can help gymnasts: ✅ Spotting ✅ Balance ✅ Speed ✅ Flexibility ✅ Strength The great thing about this drill (and most

The Amazing Image Stabiliser Inside Your Head: Understanding The Vestibulo-Ocular Reflex