Performing good quality visual reinforcement audiometry (VRA) can be a complex task and it is important to be aware of possible pitfalls and sources of error. The British Society of Audiology's recom…
Two additional gaze positions are now available in VisualEyes™ 525 as an option to include in your test battery. These are called the Center Body Left and Center Body Right tests. This allows clinici…
For many years, we have used the term ‘vestibular function testing’ with the implication that we are testing the entire vestibular system. In fact, most of our tests, such as the caloric test, vHIT…
Why should I perform a daily system check/probe integrity test? It is recommended to perform a daily check of your OAE equipment to ensure that it is in good working order, before testing on patients…
Why should I perform a daily system check/probe integrity test? It is recommended to perform a daily check of your OAE equipment to ensure that it is in good working order, before testing on patients…
What is the auditory brainstem response (ABR)? The auditory brainstem response (ABR) is an evoked potential that originates at the auditory nerve (Cranial Nerve VIII). This test is used to assess the…
Before starting my position with Interacoustics, I used VisualEyes™ all day every day for several years in a busy vestibular clinic. Even though I felt like I knew the software well, transitioning to…
Standalone ESC vHIT includes a Spontaneous Nystagmus test where you can record eye movements before beginning your vHIT test protocols. Figure 1 - EyeSeeCam standalone default protocol If you purchas…
The measurement of eye movements is critical for accurate diagnosis and evaluation of treatment progression. However, the position and speed of the head can play a significant role in the diagnosis o…
What is threshold testing? The Auditory Brainstem Response (ABR) is an evoked potential that originates at the auditory nerve (Cranial Nerve VIII) and the response is picked up by surface electrodes…
What is the Sinusoidal Harmonic Acceleration (SHA) test? The Sinusoidal Harmonic Acceleration (SHA) test measures the patient’s Vestibulo-Ocular Reflex (VOR) by rotating the patient in a pendular pat…
Why should I perform a daily system check/probe integrity test? It is recommended to perform a daily check of your OAE equipment to ensure that it is in good working order, before testing on patients…
