Evaluation of balance function in peripheral vestibular disorders.
The functional influence upon overall balance function induced by a peripheral vestibular disturbance is evaluated by positioning, rotatory and posturographic testing. The information does not contribute to the diagnostic labelling of a patient (as e.g. Ménière's disease, etc), but it is of primary importance in the determination of a logical and adequate treatment and so for rehabilitation treatment. Some important items are reviewed.
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Dpt Otoneurology & Equilibriometry, University of Leuven, Belgium.
D004584:Electronystagmography; D006801:Humans; D009760:Nystagmus, Physiologic; D004856:Postural Balance / Q000502:physiology*; D011187:Posture; D012399:Rotation; D014717:Vertigo / Q000503:physiopathology; D015837:Vestibular Diseases / Q000503:physiopathology*; D014724:Vestibular Function Tests