Basic course: vestibular function test

Expand your expertise in the field of vestibular diagnostics with our online course “Vestibular function test” at the IVRT® teaching institute.

This course provides an introduction to the most commonly used medical-technical examination procedures for assessing vestibular function. It equips you with essential knowledge to understand and interpret these procedures and their results.

Course content includes:

• Caloric testing: Understand the basics and execution of caloric testing, a standard method for examining vestibular function, and learn how to interpret the results.

• Disadvantages of the caloric test: Learn about the limitations and potential drawbacks of caloric testing, including its shortcomings in assessing vestibular function and possible discomfort for patients.

• Video-head-impulse-test (vHIT): Learn how to use and interpret the video-head impulse test, a modern, fast and patient-friendly method for evaluating the vestibular function in all semicircular canals.

• Vestibular evoked myogenic potentials (VEMP): Gain insight into how to perform and analyze VEMP tests to evaluate the function of the otolith organs and vestibular reflexes and their role in the diagnosis of diseases of the vestibular system.

Why choose the IVRT®?

As a leading training institute in the field of vestibular rehabilitation, the IVRT® offers highly qualified lecturers, the latest scientific findings and flexible, location-independent learning opportunities.

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