HEAD SHAKE-SENSORY ORGANIZATION TEST (HS-SOT)

Description
Components
System Requirements

Description

The Head Shake-Sensory Organization Test (HS-SOT) is a two-condition enhancement to the Sensory Organization Test (SOT) that objectively identifies abnormalities in the patient's use of vestibular inputs for balance while actively moving the head. The HS-SOT complements the SOT with

Increased sensitivity to document balance impairments that might otherwise be missed.
Improved specificity to identify a new class of balance impairments based on coordination of movements and balance.

Complete Description of the HS-SOT Assessment Protocol

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Components

InterSense IS-300, 3-axis, integrating gyro headband mount
InterSense Internal Tracking System interface module

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Minimum System Requirements

The Head-Shake SOT is available as an option on following NeuroCom® Systems (Version 7 and higher):

EquiTest®
SMART EquiTest®
SMART Balance Master®
PRO Balance Master®

Earlier versions of NeuroCom systems can be upgraded to accommodate the HS-SOT. For additional information regarding upgrading your existing NeuroCom System, please contact us.

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