BalanceEye Concussion Testing

(Visio-Vestibular Assessment) is a specialized, non-invasive clinical evaluation that assesses the integration of balance, eye movements, and vision to help identify and manage concussions.

Concussions frequently disrupt the connections between the brain's visual, vestibular (balance), and proprioceptive systems. This screening targets those systems to detect subtle deficits often missed by standard imaging or basic tests. Key components evaluated include:

• Smooth pursuits (tracking a slow-moving object)
• Saccades (quick eye jumps between targets)
• Near point of convergence (focusing on close objects without double vision)
• Vestibular-ocular reflex (eyes stabilizing during head movement)
• Visual motion sensitivity (response to moving patterns)
• Balance and gait tasks (tandem walking, eyes open/closed)

BalanceEye testing is performed in two main contexts:

1. Baseline Assessment — Completed when healthy to establish normal performance for future comparison (ideal for athletes or high-risk individuals).
2. Post-Injury Assessment — Administered after a suspected or confirmed concussion to identify abnormalities and monitor symptom provocation (e.g., dizziness or headache during tasks).

The evaluation typically takes 5–15 minutes, uses minimal equipment, and is appropriate for children, adolescents, and adults. It serves as a valuable part of a comprehensive concussion evaluation, combined with cognitive testing, symptom review, and clinical judgment.

Benefits of BalanceEye Concussion Testing

• Detects vestibular and oculomotor issues contributing to dizziness, headaches, and visual disturbances
• Guides personalized treatment, including vestibular or vision therapy
• Supports informed return-to-learn, play, or work decisions through objective tracking
• May help predict prolonged symptoms when deficits persist

This visio-vestibular approach is trusted by leading concussion programs, sports medicine clinics, and pediatric centers. It is an essential element of multimodal concussion care.

If you’ve experienced a head injury with dizziness, visual issues, or imbalance, discuss BalanceEye testing with one of our providers today.

Contact our office to schedule

For more information, explore resources from UPMC Sports Medicine, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Minds Matter, or similar concussion programs.