Vestibular Neuritis
Abstract Vestibular neuritis is a common condition characterized by the acute onset of vertigo that can last for several days. This chapter examines the epidemiology, diagnostic features, differential diagnosis, and…
Abstract Vestibular neuritis is a common condition characterized by the acute onset of vertigo that can last for several days. This chapter examines the epidemiology, diagnostic features, differential diagnosis, and…
Abstract Video head impulse testing, an instrumented expansion of the bedside head impulse test using video eye tracking and quantification of eye and head movement, is a relatively new objective…
Abstract In recent years there has been renewed interest in evaluating vestibular function in young children. This revival is due, at least in part, to emphasis on evidence-based practice in…
Abstract Evaluation of dizziness in patients involved in litigation can deviate significantly from patients who have no ongoing litigation. There is significant incentive for such patients to either feign pathology…
Abstract Dizziness and vertigo are infrequent complaints in the adolescent population. For those few adolescents who seek outpatient evaluation for these complaints, the majority are diagnosed with migraine headaches, and…
Abstract The study of vestibular disorders in children has gained popularity over recent years. This chapter thoroughly describes the adaptation of adult techniques so that pediatric patients may be successfully…
Abstract When evaluating patients with dizziness, knowledge of basic vestibular physiology and bedside examination techniques is critical to reach the correct diagnosis. During the vestibular examination, the clinician should look…
Abstract Vestibular function is present at birth and is gradually modulated by developing central inhibitory influences, cerebellar control, visual development, and central vestibular adaptation until it reaches maturity at approximately…
Abstract Dizziness and imbalance are common conditions affecting people of all ages, particularly the elderly. In this chapter, we start by defining dizziness, imbalance, and presbyvestibulopathy , or age-related vestibular…