Balance Testing Baton Rouge

Name: Balance Testing
Brand: Louisiana ENT Specialists
Rating: 5 (341 reviews)

Balance testing helps uncover the source of dizziness, unsteadiness, or vertigo by evaluating how your body's balance systems—especially the inner ear—are working together.

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Balance Testing in Baton Rouge: Answers for Dizziness and Stability Issues

Most of us take balance for granted until something feels off. Whether you're feeling lightheaded while walking, experiencing sudden bouts of vertigo, or struggling with daily activities due to dizziness, our team at Louisiana ENT Specialists is here to help. We offer advanced, in-office balance testing in Baton Rouge to get to the root of the problem and provide a clear path forward.

Because balance relies on coordination between the eyes, muscles, brain, and inner ear (vestibular system), a careful evaluation is essential. Inner ear disorders, medication side effects, migraines, or even past head injuries can all contribute—and we're here to identify what's behind your symptoms. If you're dealing with unexplained dizziness or balance issues, schedule a balance evaluation with Louisiana ENT Specialists in Baton Rouge today.

How Balance Testing Works

Our Baton Rouge office uses a non-invasive test called videonystagmography (VNG), which measures eye movements to evaluate how your balance system is functioning. Testing may involve the following steps:

Eye Movement Testing

While wearing special goggles in a dark room, you'll track moving lights or dots. This tests how your eyes and brain coordinate in response to visual motion.

Positional Testing

Your provider will gently move your head and body to observe how your eyes respond to changes in position. This can reveal whether the vestibular system is causing your imbalance.

Caloric Testing

Warm and cool air or water is introduced into your ear canals to stimulate the balance system and assess each ear's function. This part of the test helps us determine if one ear is causing the problem.

These evaluations are simple and safe, but highly effective at identifying balance disorders with precision.

Conditions That Balance Testing Can Help Diagnose

Balance testing at LENTS in Baton Rouge can help identify or rule out conditions such as:

Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV)
Vestibular neuritis
Meniere's disease
Labyrinthitis
Migraines affecting balance
Inner ear or neurological conditions
Head trauma after injury or accident
Medication-related dizziness

Even if your symptoms are occasional or mild, testing can be the first step toward meaningful, lasting relief.

Benefits of Balance Testing

Knowing what's causing your symptoms brings peace of mind—and helps ensure you receive the right treatment. Other key benefits include:

Early diagnosis of treatable vestibular conditions
Lower risk of falls or accidents
Personalized treatment recommendations
Improved daily function and confidence
A better understanding of how to manage your symptoms

Who Should Consider Balance Testing?

Balance testing is appropriate for adults and children alike. You may benefit if you:

Feel unsteady when walking or changing positions
Experience spinning sensations or vertigo
Have frequent or persistent dizziness
Suffered a head injury recently
Take medications known to affect balance
Are unsure why you're feeling off-balance or disoriented

We welcome patients of all ages in our Baton Rouge location and offer pediatric-friendly testing when appropriate.

What to Expect From Your Visit

At your appointment, our Baton Rouge ENT provider will begin with a review of your medical history and current symptoms. Testing is typically done in a quiet, dimly lit room and may produce brief dizziness—but it is safe, non-invasive, and well tolerated.

Once your testing is complete, we may schedule a follow-up to review results and build a care plan. That might include vestibular therapy, medications, or coordination with neurologists or other specialists if needed.

Balance Testing FAQs

Should I get tested even if my dizziness is mild?

Yes. Minor symptoms can signal early balance issues. Identifying the problem now can prevent progression.

Can kids have balance disorders?

Absolutely. Children can experience balance issues due to ear infections, vestibular dysfunction, or neurological problems. We offer age-appropriate evaluations.

Why Choose Louisiana ENT Specialists in Baton Rouge for Balance Testing?

Our Baton Rouge team takes a compassionate, detailed approach to diagnosing balance concerns. Using trusted tools like VNG and comprehensive history reviews, we identify the cause of your symptoms and develop a plan for stability and confidence. Whether you're dealing with vertigo, motion sensitivity, or unexplained unsteadiness, our ENT experts are here to help.

If you're ready to get answers and stop letting dizziness slow you down, contact Louisiana ENT Specialists today to schedule your balance testing in Baton Rouge.