First, a complete physical examination to rule out other causes of dizziness such as cardiovascular or central nervous system disorders must be done. Because the vestibular system is in close proximity to the hearing apparatus, vestibular testing includes hearing tests. Eye movements often hold clues to vestibular dysfunction. In ENG testing, surface electrodes are placed on the face both above and below and on either side of the eyes. The patient is then placed in a variety of situations, and resulting eye movements are electronically recorded.
Balance is an essential component of vestibular functioning.
During balance testing, patients may be asked to stand on special platforms that record the movement of the body. This kind of testing is called moving platform posturography. Treatment Treatment for vestibular disorders varies according to the diagnosis. What works in one case could make matters worse in another. In mild cases, the symptoms may go away on their own as the vestibular apparatus heals or the nervous system learns to compensate for the disorder.