AUDP 8100 - Vestibular Evaluation and Management

10 weeks/4 credit hours

This course is designed to provide students with in-depth coverage of the anatomy and physiology of the central & peripheral vestibular structures as well as the human equilibrium system. Vestibular assessment procedures including obtaining an appropriate case history, principles of ENG/VNG, non-computerized postural stability testing and non-computerized rotational testing will be addressed. Additionally, students will be introduced to vestibular rehabilitation techniques focusing on canalith repositioning maneuvers for benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV). Case studies will be utilized to enhance the learning experience. Topics include infection control procedures as they relate to vestibular evaluation and management.