The vestibular system is confronted with a paradox (Fig. 3f). From the nose-up position, the sensation of clockwise rotation leads it to expect the head to move so that the right ear is down.

Imagine your ears as a grand concert hall, with an orchestra of tiny musicians playing inside each one. In this bustling auditorium, nestled within the balance (vestibular) system of your inner ...

An ancient brain circuit, which enables the eyes to reflexively rotate up as the body tilts down, tunes itself early in life ...

Hypertension can cause vertigo by impairing blood flow to your vestibular system, the structures of the ear responsible for balance and spatial orientation. Inflammation and changes in pressure ...

The auditory system is the sensory system for ... incus and stapes), the inner ear (consisting of the cochlea and vestibular organs), the auditory nerve, the auditory cortex and other brain ...

Corresponding eye movements are recorded via ENG/VNG methods to assess inner ear function. Rotational chair examination allows testing at higher frequencies than standard ENG/VNG assessments and ...

BPPV, linked to vitamin D deficiency, causes dizziness and can be treated with repositioning exercises and lifestyle changes.

A new study published recently in the Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Journal followed just over 200 adults recovering from mild traumatic brain injuries, or concussions, who were within two to 12 ...