What is the ocular vestibular evoked myogenic potential (oVEMP)? The ocular vestibular evoked myogenic potential (oVEMP) is an evoked potential measured from the inferior oblique muscle and is used t…
Description: The following document outlines how to replace the attenuator covers on the AC40 and AD629. STEP 1: Remove both covers from the attenuators – do not use tools. STEP 2: Check cover revisi…
If you find an asymmetry between the ears in ASSR, can you apply masking? It is absolutely key that any masking needs are met for accurate diagnosis and management. The principles of masking ASSR are…
If you have purchased the VORTEQ™ Assessment or Functional Assessment bundle, you will be able to perform the Gaze Stabilization Test (GST). GST is an assessment of the vestibulo-ocular reflex (VOR)…
What is the caloric test? The caloric test is a test of the lateral semicircular canals which identifies the degree to which the vestibular system is responsive and determines how symmetric the respo…
If you have purchased the VORTEQ™ Assessment or Functional Assessment bundle, you will be able to perform the Dynamic Visual Acuity (DVA) test. DVA is an assessment of the Vestibulo-Ocular Reflex (VO…
Goggles have long been a valuable tool in vestibular testing, with the newest technology taking it a step further. This article will explore the latest advancements and how you can use them to gain a…
Hearing aid verification using fitting systems has become very popular since the introduction of digital hearing aids. Real-ear measurements (REM) are the main way in which a clinician can measure th…
Die technische Hörgeräteüberprüfung, auch bekannt als Normmessung oder Messbox-Messung, ist ein wesentlicher Bestandteil im Bereich der Audiologie. Die verschiedenen Messungen zielen darauf ab, zu be…
What is pure tone audiometry? Pure tone audiometry is a hearing test that establishes the hearing sensitivity at various frequencies for air conduction and bone conduction. The test can specify the a…
It's easy and only takes approximately 2 minutes to perform the Audible Contrast Threshold (ACT) test on Affinity Compact. Learn how to instruct your patient, how to do the actual test and how to use…
Preparing the skin Always use an abrasive preparation gel (e.g., NuPrep) to ensure that the top layer of skin (epidermis) is cleaned and oil is removed. The skin may become a little red after an appr…
