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Are you dizzy?
Comprehensive Vestibular and Diagnostic Audiology Program
The Balance system is primarily located in the inner ear but in order to maintain good balance the balance system relies on the smooth transmission of information among the brain, brainstem, eyes, somatosensory (sensory stimuli from skin and internal organs) system and the inner ear. When there is a disruption of information in any area, the body has a more difficult time determining where it should be, which is perceived as being off balance.
The diagnostic process is an art and a science that begins with the partnership between you, your physician and Doctor of Audiology.
Diagnosing dizziness is a process that usually involves several tests. It starts with a detailed medical history and physical examination. Specific information describing your symptoms helps in determining the final diagnosis.
The first test is usually a diagnostic hearing test to determine if the inner ear has been affected in any way. The primary test for determining inner ear balance function is Electronystagmography (ENG) or Videonystagmography (VNG), depending on how data is collected. The ENG/VNG is a series of non-invasive computerized tests to evaluate the transmission of information by the individual components of the balance system. VORTEQ, recently acquired technology, can be used as well to provide information about the Vestibular Ocular Reflex (VOR) (evaluating VOR gain, phase and symmetry.) The entire test may take up to two hours.
Contact the Doctors of Audiology at Sonus in Pennsylvania to bring balance back to your life.
