Posturography
Posturography
Posturography (pronunciation: pos-tu-rog-ra-phy) is a technique used to quantify balance and posture in humans. It is often used in clinical settings to diagnose and manage conditions that affect balance, such as vestibular disorders, neurological disorders, and orthopedic conditions.
Etymology
The term "posturography" is derived from the Latin word "postura" meaning position, and the Greek word "graphia" meaning writing. Together, they refer to the "writing" or recording of one's posture or balance.
Types of Posturography
There are two main types of posturography: static and dynamic.
- Static Posturography involves the patient standing still on a solid or compliant surface while their balance is assessed. This type of posturography is often used to evaluate the patient's ability to maintain balance in a stationary position.
- Dynamic Posturography involves the patient standing on a moving platform while their balance is assessed. This type of posturography is often used to evaluate the patient's ability to maintain balance during movement or when the surface beneath them is unstable.
Clinical Applications
Posturography is used in a variety of clinical settings, including neurology, otolaryngology, and physical therapy. It can be used to diagnose conditions that affect balance, such as Meniere's disease, vestibular neuritis, and benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV). It can also be used to monitor the progress of treatment for these conditions.
Related Terms
- Balance: The ability to maintain the body's center of mass over its base of support.
- Vestibular System: The sensory system that contributes to balance and spatial orientation.
- Proprioception: The sense of the relative position of one's own parts of the body and strength of effort being employed in movement.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Posturography
- Wikipedia's article - Posturography
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