Romberg Test - Proprioception Balance Assessment - Clinical Skills - Dr Gill

Balance Assessment Test - Romberg's Test - Clinical Skills - Dr Gill The Romberg test is typically performed on patients reporting issues with balance and vertigo who may have been experiencing falls The Romberg's test allows a clinician to narrow down to cause of imbalance to either a vestibular issue or a problem with proprioception. The Romberg's test would be positive in conditions affecting the dorsal columns, as such it is a clinical skill often performed in neurological examinations. As Romberg's sign or a positive rombergs test may be seen in both vestibular and proprioceptive issues it may occur in many conditions - which would include: Parkinson’s disease. Friedreich’s ataxia. Tertiary syphilis. Wernicke’s syndrome. Ménière’s disease. Vitamin B12 deficiency. Posterior cord artery infarction syndrome. certain cerebellar issues #ASMR #Rombergs #drgill Some people have found this video useful for ASMR You can now consult via video or in person with Dr Gill at Dr Finlay’s Private Practice - https://www.drfinlays.co.uk/services/... 00:00 - Introduction 00:41 - Forward and Backward Walking 00:51 - Initial Standing Balance Test 01:35 - Balance Test with Eyes Closed 02:45 - Final Thoughts