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Activity-specific Balance Confidence Scale (ABC Scale)

The ABC scale is a self-assessment instrument that measures a person's confidence in their balance when performing various everyday activities.

Balance Error Scoring System (BESS)

The BESS test (Balance Error Scoring System) is a standardized clinical balance test for the assessment of static postural control. 

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Berg Balance Scale (BBS)

The BBS is a 14-part, objective measuring instrument for assessing static balance and fall risk in adults.

SVV Bucket Test

A craft guide for the subjective visual vertical bucket test to test the perception of vertical orientation and detect vestibular disorders.

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modified Clinical Test for Sensory Interaction Balance (mCTSIB)

The mCTSIB is a clinical test procedure for assessing balance under various sensory conditions.

Cognitive Behavioural Responses to Symptoms Questionnaire (CBRQ)

The CBRQ is a questionnaire for assessing cognitive and behavioral responses to physical symptoms.

Dizziness Fear-Avoidance Behaviours and Beliefs Inventory (D-FABBI)

The D-FABBI is a questionnaire to assess fear avoidance behavior and beliefs related to dizziness.

Dizziness Handicap Inventory (DHI)

The DHI is a 25-item self-assessment tool for assessing self-perceived impairment due to dizziness.

Dynamic Visual Acuity (DVA)

The DVA is a manual, inexpensive test for assessing the vestibulo-ocular reflex (VOR) and gaze stability during passive head movements.

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Self-management strategies for orthostatic dizziness

This document offers practical tips and measures for self-help with orthostatic dizziness.

Functional Gait Assessment (FGA)

The FGA assesses postural stability during walking and the ability to perform several motor tasks simultaneously.

GAD-7 & PHQ-9 - Depression and anxiety screening

The GAD-7 (Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7) and the PHQ-9 (Patient Health Questionnaire-9) are standardized, scientifically validated questionnaires for the screening for anxiety and depression.

HWS proprioception stability training

The HWS proprioceptive and stability training includes targeted exercises to improve head and neck movements.

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modified Motion Sensitivity Test (mMST)

The mMST measures motion-induced dizziness with 10 rapid changes in head or body position.

Nijmegen Questionnaire (NQ)

The Nijmegen Questionnaire (NQ) is a self-report instrument for identifying patients with hyperventilation syndrome.

Niigata PPPD Questionnaire (NPQ)

The NPQ assesses the severity and impact of persistent postural-perceptual dizziness (PPPD) on daily life.

Patient information about concussion

The patient information explains typical symptoms, provides tips on daily living and returning to activities, and informs about warning signs.

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SCAT6 & SCOAT6 (Sport Concussion Office Assessment Tool)

The SCAT6 and SCOAT6 are standardized instruments for the structured assessment of a sports-related concussion. 

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Strategies for Balance & Falls

This document contains practical instructions for improving balance and preventing falls through targeted posture and movement strategies.

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Vestibular Ocular Motor Screening (VOMS)

The VOMS is a short screening procedure for detecting abnormalities in the vestibulo-ocular system after a concussion.

Vestibular Rehabilitation Benefit Questionnaire (VRBQ)

The VRBQ is a questionnaire to assess the perceived improvements and benefits of vestibular rehabilitation.

Visual Vertigo Analogue Scale (VVAS)

The VVAS is a self-assessment tool for recording vertigo symptoms triggered by visual stimuli.