Romberg's Test
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A patient who has a problem with proprioception can still maintain balance by using vestibular function and vision. In the Romberg test, the standing patient is asked to close his or her eyes. A loss of balance is interpreted as a positive Romberg's test.
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This video explains Romberg's test for proprioception. It describes how a patient with a proprioception problem can maintain balance using vestibular function and vision, and how in the test the standing patient is asked to close the eyes, with a loss of balance interpreted as a positive Romberg's test.
Key points
- Covers proprioception and balance in Romberg's test
- Explains the roles of vestibular function and vision in maintaining balance
- Describes the standing patient being asked to close the eyes
- Covers loss of balance as a positive Romberg's test as described
Video Overview
This video presents “Romberg's Test” — A patient who has a problem with proprioception can still maintain balance by using vestibular function and vision. In the Romberg test, the standing patient is asked to close his or her eyes. A loss of balance is interpreted as a positive. Whether you are preparing for a procedure, studying the technique, or learning how a condition is assessed, the recording shows the process as it is performed in practice.
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