<Li> To nuclei of cranial nerves III, IV, and VI . Signals sent to these nerves cause the vestibulo - ocular reflex . They allow for the eyes to fix on a moving object while staying in focus . </Li> <Li> To the reticular formation . Signals sent to the reticular formation signal the new posture the body has taken on, and how to adjust circulation and breathing due to body position . </Li> <Li> To the spinal cord . Signals sent to the spinal cord allow quick reflex reactions to both the limbs and trunk to regain balance . </Li> <Li> To the thalamus . Signals sent to the thalamus allow for head and body motor control as well as being conscious of body position . </Li>

The receptors in the otolithic organs respond to linear movement of the head