Videonystagmoscope (VNS)

VNS is a diagnostic tool that uses infrared video goggles to directly observe and analyse eye movements in real time. Since the eyes and inner ear are functionally linked, monitoring

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Looking through the eyes to understand dizziness.

VNS is a diagnostic tool that uses infrared video goggles to directly observe and analyse eye movements in real time. Since the eyes and inner ear are functionally linked, monitoring these movements helps us determine whether a patient’s dizziness or imbalance is related to peripheral vestibular dysfunction or central causes.

What it’s used for

  • All vertigo cases including Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV), vestibular neuritis or labyrinthitis, vestibular migraine, endolymphatic hydrops, Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness (PPPD), Menière’s disease, unilateral or bilateral vestibular weakness, and more
  • Differentiation between central and peripheral vestibular disorders
  • Unexplained dizziness or imbalance

Why it works

When there is a dysfunction in the inner ear, the eyes often respond with compensatory movements. VNS allows us to detect involuntary eye movements (nystagmus) during specific head or body manoeuvres, providing insights into the underlying vestibular pathology.

What to expect

The patient wears infrared video goggles while seated and performs a series of guided head and body movements, such as lying down, turning, or shaking the head. These tests are designed to provoke and observe nystagmus.

The procedure is non-invasive and typically takes between 10 to 20 minutes, depending on the individual case.

Why our clients appreciate it

VNS offers immediate visual feedback and objective data that help patients better understand the nature of their condition. This clarity often brings reassurance and allows us to create a targeted, personalised treatment plan based on clinical findings.

Think this test might help you?

This assessment is part of our full vestibular workup at Kinetika. Most dizziness is treatable once properly diagnosed, book an initial assessment and we’ll take it from there.

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Part of our Vestibular Rehabilitation programme in Dubai Hills. Delivered by our Balance & Vestibular specialists.

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