Eyes closed upright test

The closed-head erect test is also called the Romberg's test. It is used to check whether the vestibular balance function is normal. The subject is erect, the two feet are close together, the upper limbs are drooping, and the eyes are closed upright for 30 seconds. They can also be interlocked with each other on the chest and pulled to both sides to observe whether the subject is unstable or dumped. Excessive exercise is contraindicated before examination. Basic Information Specialist Category: Neurological Classification: Other examinations Applicable gender: whether men and women apply fasting: not fasting Tips: Choose a quiet environment to prevent the subject from being disturbed. Normal value The subject stood stable and was a normal vestibular function. Clinical significance Abnormal results: When the vestibular peripheral lesions, the direction of the trunk tilting toward the vestibular destruction side is consistent with the direction of the nystagmus; in the central lesion, the trunk tilting direction is inconsistent with the nystagmus. Need to check the crowd: vestibular dysfunction. Precautions Taboo before examination: taboo strenuous exercise. Taboo during inspection: Choose a quiet environment to prevent the subject from being disturbed. Inspection process The subject is erect, the two feet are close together, the upper limbs are drooping, and the eyes are closed upright for 30 seconds. They can also be interlocked with each other on the chest and pulled to both sides to observe whether the subject is unstable or dumped. Not suitable for the crowd Not suitable for people: people with imperfect limbs. Adverse reactions and risks Nothing.

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