Testing position:
Stimulus:
- Seated or standing
Stimulus:
- Trunk is pushed out of center of gravity
Positive response: Movement of the head toward equilibrium.
Negative response: The head does not move when the body is tilted
Negative response: The head does not move when the body is tilted
Functional Implications:
Purpose:
- Righting head when rolling over on side
- If positive response does not persist:
- Individual will be unable to adjust head when falling or rolling.
Purpose:
- Righting head and body in normal relationship in space