Otorhinolaryngology
Otoneurology is a branch of medicine that specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of related disorders between the ear and the nervous system. This includes the investigation and treatment of problems related to balance, hearing and dizziness. This area often involves the vestibular system, which is responsible for balance and orientation in space, as well as other functions of the ear and nervous system. An otoneurologist can carry out a range of tests including vestibular diagnosis, hearing assessment and other necessary tests.
Video Head Impulse Testing (vHIT)
VHIT is a diagnostic tool used to assess the function of the vestibular system, which helps maintain balance and orientation in space. It involves recording eye movements in response to rapid head movements, helping to detect any disturbances in the vestibulo-ocular reflex. This allows the doctor to suspect or identify a disease and prescribe treatment.
