Diagnostic Testing Utilized for Vestibular Disorders

• Binocular Vision Screen:
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  • Computerized diagnostic study to screen for eye muscle dysfunction.
  • Indications: evaluating patients with oculomotor dysfunction which may contribute to dizziness and imbalance. This study assists in the development of a comprehensive balance rehabilitation program.
• Brainstem Auditory Evoked Response (BAER):
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  • Functional computerized analysis of brainstem sensory conduction pathways utilizing auditory signals.
  • Indications: dizziness, tinnitus, balance instability, post-concussion syndrome, hearing difficulties, multiple sclerosis, acoustic neuroma, symptoms of brainstem dysfunction.
• Computerized Dynamic Posturography (CDP):
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  • Functional assessment of balance by selective evaluation of the vestibular, visual, somatosensory and motor respoonse systems utilized in maintaining posture.
  • Indications: dizziness, balance instability, frequent falling, vestibular disturbance, assist in planning therapy, gait unsteadiness.
• Infra-red Video Electronystagmogram (ENG):
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  • Functional assessment of the vestibuloocular system by computerized recording of eye movement at rest, with positional challenges, and following vestibular stimulation.
  • Indications: dizziness, vertigo, lightheadedness, balance instability, nystagmus.
• Vestibular Autorotation Test (VAT):
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  • Functional assessment of the vestibuloocular reflex by computerized recording of the ability of the eyes to remain focused during head movement.
  • Indications: dizziness, lightheadedness, balance instability, post-concussion complaints, oscillopsia.

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