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Cervicogenic Dizziness: What It Is, Why It Happens, and How to Treat It -A clear, evidence‑based guide for clinicians and patients. Dizziness is a common complaint among adults, describing sensations such as lightheadedness, disequilibrium, or a feeling of heaviness in the head. According to the Bárány Society, dizziness reflects a disturbed or impaired spatial orientation without a hallucinatory sense of motion. Emerging evidence suggests that cervical spine dysfunction may

The visual and vestibular systems work in tight coordination to keep the world stable as we move through it. When this integrated system is disrupted, whether through peripheral vestibular hypofunction or after a traumatic brain injury (TBI), patients commonly experience dizziness, blurred vision, difficulty reading, visual fatigue, and challenges with balance. Although some rehabilitation programs for these conditions may appear similar on the surface, the underlying mechani

Neck afferent information is important for coordinated head, neck, and upper-extremity movements , as well as for maintaining body position and spatial orientation. When distorted, it can heavily contribute to altered cervical sensorimotor control, which can heavily affect balance and stability and lead to symptoms of dizziness and unsteadiness  (Peng et al., 2021) . Considering this, evaluation of cervical proprioception may be the missing key to better management of dizzy

The Basic Balance System was designed specifically to address these concerns. It offers a practical, affordable, and user-friendly solution for professionals who want to begin offering balance assessments and training.

Many individuals also develop visual dependence, relying too heavily on their vision to maintain balance. This can make visually complex environments - Learn how VR can help your patients

Limits of Stability is a functional and gold-standard test in balance assessment, widely used by clinicians and researchers to evaluate dynamic balance control and fall risk. This method measures how far and how well a person can shift their center of pressure (CoP) within their base of support, critical for maintaining balance during daily activities. It is essential for identifying postural control deficits , predicting fall risks , and tracking patient progress in neurol

Discover the challenges of an aging population and the importance of balance screening as a biomarker for elderly health.

Introduction VNG Eye  is an advanced Videonystagmography (VNG) device designed to provide precise and reliable assessments of vestibular function. This article will explore what a VNG device is, how it works, and why the VNG Eye is a game-changer in the field of balance disorder diagnostics. VNG Eye Front & Side Profile What is a VNG device? A VNG device is a cutting-edge, computerized system that captures, records, and analyzes eye movements to assess vestibular function. It

How HINTS Plus and VNG are advancing Vertigo Diagnosis

Hello! We have exciting news for all PhysioSensing users! Staying true to our DNA, we are constantly evolving and improving PhysioSensing software. Our updates are driven by two key pillars: scientific evidence and the invaluable feedback and ideas from our clients. Let’s not be modest here — PhysioSensing offers a strong clinical foundation for both balance assessment and training. With over  14 assessment protocols with detailed reports , more than  30 exercises , and  6 th

Limits of stability Limits of Stability are a concept defined as the points at which the center of gravity approaches the limits of the base of support. In other words, it is defined as the maximum distance a person can displace the center of pressure (CoP) by leaning the body within the base of support without having to take a step, without losing balance (Tomita et al., 2021). The range of displacement in the anterior directions is around 6º to 8º, in a mediolateral displa

How to perform mCTSIB and how to interpret the results.

The clinical examination of balance control, although relatively simple and cost‑effective, provides only a subjective assessment of potential deficits. To overcome the limitations in objectivity and reliability inherent to clinical testing, instrumented assessments using force and pressure platforms have been developed. These technologies allow for the precise quantification of postural control, a technique known as posturography. Read the article to discover Posturography b

Balance disorders, often overlooked and misunderstood, can have a profound impact on an individual's daily life, making even simple tasks a formidable challenge. From feeling dizzy and lightheaded to experiencing unexplained falls, balance disorders encompass a range of symptoms that can be both frustrating and debilitating. In this article we will explore different causes for balance dysfunction and patient populations that do suffer from it, let us discuss the true nature o

In this article you will find out the importance of Balance Assessment & Training.

Unilateral Stance, allows the assessment of the patient’s postural control with left and right foot raised, alternately.

The Limits of Stability (LOS) is perhaps the most used protocol in the literature for balance assessment in a dynamic task.

The Sit-to-Stand (STS) is a well-known test to quantify the ability of the patient to lift from a sitting position to a standing position.

Learn how you can perform Balance Error Scoring System (BESS) with Force/Pressure Platform. Check how CoP/Body Sway add value for this test.

List of 12 balance assessment protocols with force plate. A brief resume, clinical reports and main applications.