Romberg's test
Test used in an exam of neurological function for balance
Romberg's test
Romberg's test, Romberg's sign, or the Romberg maneuver is a test used in an exam of neurological function for balance. The Romberg test is a test of the body's sense of positioning (proprioception), which requires healthy functioning of the dorsal columns of the spinal cord. The exam is based on the premise that a person requires at least two of the three following senses to maintain balance while standing: proprioception (the ability to know one's body position in space) vestibular function (the ability to know one's head position in space) vision (which can be used to monitor and adjust for changes in body position). A patient who has a problem with proprioception can still maintain balance by using vestibular function and vision. In the Romberg test, the standing patient is asked to close their eyes. An increased loss of balance is interpreted as a positive Romberg's test. The Romberg test is used to investigate the cause of loss of motor coordination (ataxia). A positive Romberg test...
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