An ENG or VNG has been ordered by your physician to help determine the cause of your dizziness or balance problem. The procedure is painless, and will last 60-90 minutes. During the test, eye movements will be recorded while you follow lights and lay in different positions, and while warm and cool water are introduced into each ear canal. Recordings will either be made with electrodes which are placed on the face with tape (ENG), or by infrared goggles (VNG).
1. Try to get a full-night's sleep before the test. 2. Wear comfortable clothing (preferably slacks) that allow you to move easily. 3. Do not wear any makeup, including mascara, eye liner, or face lotions. These products might interfere with the recordings. You will be given the opportunity to apply makeup after the testing is completed. 4. If you wear glasses, please bring them. If you normally wear contact lenses, please bring both your glasses and contacts. (We may need to ask you to remove your contacts for the testing) 5. Do not drink alcoholic beverages for 48 hours before the test.
safe for you to be without them for 48 hours.
8. Do not drink coffee, tea, cola, or other caffeinated beverages for 48 hours prior to the test.
may have a small, light meal or glass of juice. 10. Bring someone with you. The test may leave you with a short-lived feeling of imbalance, and it is helpful to have someone else drive you to and from the test.
Physician or Audiologist as soon as possible.