The vestibular system is one of the main systems that helps children orient themselves in the earth’s gravitational pull. It helps them maintain proper posture and balance. When a child turns in one direction, it activates the vestibular system on the same side. So if a child spins to the right (clockwise), it turns on the vestibular system in the right ear, and vice versa. This is what we are doing in these tests. It is called post-rotational nystagmus and it is the best way to assess balance o

Vestibular examination: the test for balance disorders

Vestibular system, anatomy, function & vestibular system disorders