Vestibular Membrane

The vestibular membrane is a thin skin that covers the inner surface of the ear and is responsible for balance, coordination of movements and orientation in space. It is located inside the middle ear, between the eardrum and the malleus, and forms a collection of sensory hairs and glands that respond to movement of the head and body.

The body's vestibular system interacts with the brain to maintain balance and coordinate movement. It helps us stand and maintain normal body position when moving or changing posture. Disruption of this system can lead to dizziness, nausea, loss of balance, headaches, noisy or ringing ears, and other problems.

The leading factor influencing the functioning of the vestibular membrane is gravity. Gravity and its effect on the body affect the movement of fluids in the channels and tissues of the organ, which causes changes in pressure in the endolymph and hemilymph. The change in pressure triggers signals from the hairs, which are transmitted to the brain and lead to increased signals from other senses.

People are able to ignore auditory, tactile, or olfactory cues and