Eye movements: A reflection of brain function

Among other things, researchers use videonystagmography (VNG) to measure various forms of eye movement. This examination equipment provides thorough data-based measurements of targeted fine motor eye movements by creating videos and graphs that make it easier and better to compare normal brain function with patients who have been exposed to brain injuries or diseases. Researchers also use these examination methods to assess whether treatment and rehabilitation have had the desired effect on brain function. Research conducted in several parts of the world shows that patients who have suffered a stroke have significantly reduced fine motor control over purposeful eye movements, along with reduced physical and cognitive function. At the same time, research also shows that improved fine motor control of purposeful eye movements after targeted neurological rehabilitation is associated with better recovery after a stroke. Both better physical and cognitive function.

The same type of studies have also been conducted on patients with brain injury after head trauma, multiple sclerosis (MS) and Parkinson's disease. 

Thanks to this research, we now have several assessment tools that can provide us with objective test results that give us important information on how to tailor neurological rehabilitation, telling us whether rehabilitation has improved brain function and may have the potential to improve both motor and cognitive function.

Brain Camp uses video nystagmography (VNG) and other computer-based examination methods to tailor neurological rehabilitation. These tests also play an important role in assessing whether rehabilitation has had the desired effect on brain and nervous system function to provide the best possible potential in improving symptoms and quality of life.

We will write more about how different forms of targeted eye movements can tell us how the brain works, and how we use eye exercises to rehabilitate the brain and nervous system.

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