Rotary Chair Testing: What to Expect

Curious about the Rotary Chair Test and what it entails? If you're dealing with dizziness or balance concerns, this video can provide you with a comprehensive understanding of this specialized vestibular testing. Dr. Jamie Bogle, division chair of audiology at Mayo Clinic, walks you through the entire process step by step, ensuring you know exactly what to expect when you come in for your examination.

Strapped securely into a harness and wearing specialized goggles, patients experience controlled oscillations in complete darkness. This unique setup allows experts to accurately record and analyze the inner ear's response.

This concise video offers a step-by-step look at Rotational Chair Testing, revealing how the chair's gentle oscillations provide insights into balance function. The use of infrared cameras in the darkness captures the intricate movements of the eyes, contributing to a better understanding of balance disorders.

[jonathankirby]

I told the person performing the test that this thing either looked like a torture device or an amusement park ride. She said let's go with the second one.

[Basbw-zo]

Would this be recommended for those with severe vertigo?