AUB-7102 Adv Aud Bio 2: Vestib & Balance Sys
Advanced Auditory Biology 2: Vestibular and Balance System This course provides a detailed description of the structure and function of the vestibular system. The course will cover basic mechanics and physiology of angular and linear motion detection and transduction at the level of the peripheral vestibular system as well as important central vestibular pathways. The course will cover details of normal vestibular function as well as pathophysiology. The course will include consideration of the early development of the peripheral and central vestibular reflexes, as well as age related adaptation mechanisms. These concepts will be linked to issues relating to various vestibular pathologies. In general, the basic science concepts will be related to clinical issues in the evaluation of the vestibular system, as a way of providing insight into underlying deficiencies, and thus providing insight into improved diagnosis and treatment.