Instructions: Horizontal/ Head Shaking
- Begin by sitting or standing in front of a plain wall.
- Hold a target card with the letter “x” arms length away at eye level. Alternatively, you can stick this to the wall in front of you.
- Keep your eyes focused on the letter and shake your head side to side.
- The letter MUST stay in focus.
- Continue for 1 minute and then rest for a minute, complete twice in a row. Repeat 3 times a day
Instructions: Vertical/ Head Shaking
- Begin by sitting or standing in front of a plain wall.
- Hold a target card with the letter “x” arms length away at eye level. Alternatively, you can stick this to the wall in front of you.
- Keep your eyes focused on the letter and nod your head up and down.
- The letter MUST stay in focus.
- Continue for 1 minute and then rest for a minute, complete twice in a row. Repeat 3 times a day
Progressions:
- Stand in front of a busier background. For example: A picture frame, a patterned wall and then television screen
- Challenge your balance by progressing to standing, then standing with feet together and then tandem stance
Precautions:
It is normal to have some symptoms associated with this exercise however this should settle within a few minutes of completing the exercises. If your symptoms worsen please consult with your treating physiotherapist.