Clinical Relevance of Saccadometry in Vestibular Balance and Central Compensation
09-09, 17:45–18:00 (Europe/Istanbul), Equilibirium 3

<p>DescriptionThis presentation focuses on the clinical relevance of saccadometry in the assessment of vestibular balance and central compensation mechanisms. By analyzing saccadic eye movement parameters such as latency, velocity, and accuracy, the talk highlights how saccadometry reflects central processes involved in balance control, spatial orientation, and adaptive strategies in patients with dizziness and imbalance. Emphasis is placed on the added clinical value of saccadic measures beyond conventional reflex-based vestibular tests.</p> <p>Outcome ObjectivesAt the end of this presentation, participants will be able to:</p> <p>1. Describe the role of saccadic eye movements in balance control and vestibular compensation.</p> <p>2. Interpret saccadometric findings in relation to central adaptive and maladaptive mechanisms.</p> <p>3. Recognize clinical situations in which saccadometry complements standard vestibular balance assessment.</p> <p>BackgroundBalance function depends not only on peripheral vestibular input but also on central integration, prediction, and motor planning. Patients with dizziness or imbalance frequently report persistent symptoms despite normal or compensated peripheral vestibular findings. Saccadic eye movements are generated by distributed cortical and subcortical networks that are closely linked to spatial orientation and balance regulation. Saccadometry provides clinically meaningful insight into these central mechanisms and supports a more comprehensive interpretation of vestibular balance complaints.</p>
<p>The purpose of this proposal is to highlight the clinical relevance of saccadometry as a tool for understanding balance control and central compensation in patients with vestibular complaints. Rather than presenting outcome data, the presentation aims to clarify how saccadic eye movement metrics reflect central adaptive and maladaptive mechanisms involved in dizziness and imbalance. By focusing on balance-related interpretation, the proposal seeks to support more comprehensive clinical reasoning within the context of vestibular equilibrium assessment.</p>
Session Chair Session Chair
Murat Haluk Özkul
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Gokce SAYGI UYSAL
Murat Haluk Özkul
<p>I was born in Adana, Türkiye, have 40 years of Ear Nose and Throat clinical experience in two educational hospitals and as a teacher and clinical chief of Ear Nose and Throat for 15 years. Now I work an attendant surgeon and emeritus professor of Otorhinolaryngology in İstinye university Med. school. I am specially intersted in vertigo and sleep apnea topics for last 8 years.</p>
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Gokce SAYGI UYSAL
<p>Gokce Saygı UYSAL I am an ENT specialist, I have a master's and doctorate in Audiology. I am interested in studies on the vestibular system.</p>
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