A therapist assesses a patient's motion sensitivity and finds that the patient has increased symptoms with sit-to-stand movements and increased mediolateral postural sway with the eyes closed during static standing.The patient also complains of increased symptoms on elevators and riding escalators.Symptoms suggest which anatomical structure(s) should be further assessed and targeted for exercise training?

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The symptoms described, such as increased symptoms with sit-to-stand movements and on elevators and escalators, suggest issues with the otolith organs, which are responsible for detecting linear accelerations and head tilts.

A Therapist Assesses a Patient's Motion Sensitivity and Finds That