4 Simple Balance Tests (Romberg Test)
When you're ready to test your 3 "Balance Systems", which include your vision, your sensation and your inner ear, there are 4 simple ways to do so.
The Romberg Test includes 4 different positions that you try to hold for 30 seconds each.
- Position #1: feet together, eyes open (firm surface)
- Position #2: feet together, eyes closed (firm surface)
- Position #3: feet together, eyes open (unstable surface)
- Position #4: feet together, eyes open (unstable surface)
In this video, I'll explain each of the 4 positions, as well as how to interpret the results.
Please leave a comment or question below. Thanks for watching!
- Luke Gordon, DPT
Doctor of Physical Therapy & Owner of Gordon Physical Therapy
www.gordonphysicaltherapy.com/
Пікірлер: 20
Awesome Video. Very well explained
@GordonPhysicalTherapy
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Glad you liked it :-)
I have vertigo ( from a stupid brain tumour) I wanted to show people what it looks llike, because it's not always visible. THANK you for your video, you have inspired me...i tremember having to do these several times, at several doctors...you have inspired me to make a video showing what happens when i do them.. It's ridiculous how I want to fall over when i shut my eyes while on a cushion! So THANK you for your inspiration and for informing people about this stuff!!!! When I get my video done, I will like to yours in my description!
@GordonPhysicalTherapy
Жыл бұрын
You're welcome! Please share your video when it's ready :-)
@callmearmstrong
Жыл бұрын
@@GordonPhysicalTherapy My Video will be up tomorrow! It's called: Taking the Romberg test (Balance Test,) WITH VERTIGO! I give you a shout out and linked to this video in my description! Thanks again for what you do! :)
I keep almost falling with my eyes open and can’t stop swaying but I’m not dizzy or experiencing vertigo?
@GordonPhysicalTherapy
5 ай бұрын
If you keep practicing, your balance should improve. Unless you have an underlying issue that's stopping your system from adapting.
Today I am try to balance my self it's good on open eyes but when I close my eyes than I loss my balance that's make me worry .
@GordonPhysicalTherapy
3 жыл бұрын
Hi, Reeta. If you lose your balance when you close your eyes, it's a good indicator that you need to work on strengthening your inner ear. This video is a good place to start: kzread.info/dash/bejne/fGqezdSThtPVdsY.html
@FatimaFatima-lv4gv
3 жыл бұрын
@@GordonPhysicalTherapy thanks
@GordonPhysicalTherapy
3 жыл бұрын
@@FatimaFatima-lv4gv You're welcome! Any other questions I can help you with?
@susanjerrell9220
3 жыл бұрын
@@FatimaFatima-lv4gv , see a physician.
@jturner1774
2 жыл бұрын
See a Dr, you could have neurological problem or b12 deficiency
Hi
@GordonPhysicalTherapy
3 жыл бұрын
Hello
Watching from Pakistan
@GordonPhysicalTherapy
5 ай бұрын
Very cool!
@sudais000
3 ай бұрын
I am also from Pakistan mujay b issue ha apko ko kia issue ha