Expand your knowledge of the physiological foundations of the vestibular system with our online course „Physiology 1“ at the IVRT® Institute of Education.

This course provides you with an in-depth understanding of the complex mechanisms responsible for the body's balance and spatial orientation, and shows you how these processes become relevant in disorders such as benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV).

Course contents include:

• Hair cells in semicircular canals and macular organsLearn more about the function of hair cells in the semicircular canals and macula organs, which serve as primary sensors for head movements and accelerations. Learn how these sensory cells form the basis for balance and vestibular reflexes.

• Semicircular canal-extraocular muscle connections and relevance for BPPV: You learn in detail which semicircular canal is connected to which eye muscle and how this interaction works. Through vivid and easily understandable illustrations, this complex topic is presented visually. With this knowledge, you will be able to precisely comprehend the characteristic nystagmus patterns for each individual semicircular canal.

• Translational Vestibulo-Ocular Reflex (Translational VOR): Learn the physiological mechanisms behind the translation VOR, an important reflex that stabilizes eye movements during linear head movements.

• Ocular Tilt Reaction (OTR): Learn how the OTR responds to head tilts and adjusts eye position, as well as its relevance in the diagnosis of vestibular dysfunctions.

Why IVRT®? 

As a leading educational institute in the field of vestibular rehabilitation, IVRT® offers highly qualified instructors, up-to-date scientific findings, and a flexible, location-independent learning opportunity.

Sign up and expand your knowledge in the field of vestibular medicine!