Nystagmography refers to the examination of eye movements when nystagmus is suspected. This involves involuntary eye movements that can have a variety of causes. Nystagmus can be physiologic, but also pathologic.A distinction is made between rotational from spontaneous and positional nystagmus.
Indications (areas of application)
- Suspicion of nystagmus and to clarify the cause.
The procedure
In nystagmography, surface electrodes are used to register and document the potential difference formed during eye movements. The examination is performed either in a dark room or with the eyes closed.
Nystagmography is a powerful diagnostic procedure for checking eye movements when nystagmus is suspected.
