DIAGNOSTIC FACILITIES

Audiological and Vestibular Function Testing

The unit offers a full range of diagnostic vestibular test procedures with easy-to-understand patient information provided prior to the appointment.

Some of the tests provided are:

• Video-Nystagmography (VNG)
  This includes gaze testing, smooth pursuit tracking and optokinetic testing. The VNG is a visual measurement of the movement of the eyes. This involves a light moving across a display screen in a darkened room and the patient will be required to follow the light with their eyes.
• Air Caloric Testing
  During this test a small probe is placed at the entrance of the ear. Through this probe, warm and cool air is introduced into the ear canal which stimulates a response from the balance system. Eye movements are then monitored to test this response and provide valuable diagnostic information.
• Dynamic Posturography

A full range of audiological test procedures in a soundproof environment, either on-demand or by appointment are also offered.

Audiological assessments can be requested stand-alone or together with vestibular tests as part of a full audiological / vestibular investigation.

For an appointment please contact The Wellington Balance Centre on 020 7483 5186.