The Modified Clinical Test of Sensory Interaction in Balance (mCTSIB) EXPLAINED

The video tutorial explains the modified Clinical Test of Sensory Interaction on Balance (CAT), focusing on how to conduct the test and interpret its results. The test assesses which sensory system is impaired, affecting a patient's balance. It involves four conditions, each testing different sensory inputs: vision, vestibular, and proprioception. The tutorial provides detailed instructions for each condition and discusses how to interpret failures in the test, suggesting treatments to improve balance by focusing on the compromised sensory system.

What is the primary purpose of the Modified Clinical Test of Sensory Interaction on Balance?

• To assess cognitive function

• To evaluate cardiovascular health

• To determine which sensory system is impaired

• To measure muscle strength

Which sensory systems are involved in maintaining balance according to the mCTSIB?

• Proprioception, hearing, and touch

• Vestibular, olfactory, and taste

• Vision, hearing, and taste

• Vision, vestibular, and proprioception

During the mCTSIB, how many trials are conducted if a patient successfully balances for 30 seconds on the first attempt?

• One trial

• Two trials

• Three trials

• Four trials

In condition two of the mCTSIB, which sensory input is eliminated?

• Somatosensory input

• Visual input

• Proprioceptive input

• Vestibular input

What does failure in condition two of the mCTSIB indicate about a patient's reliance on sensory input?

• Reliance on proprioceptive input

• Reliance on vestibular input

• Reliance on visual input

• Reliance on auditory input

What is the most challenging condition in the mCTSIB?

• Condition one: eyes open, firm surface

• Condition two: eyes closed, firm surface

• Condition three: eyes open, foam surface

• Condition four: eyes closed, foam surface

How should a patient be treated if they fail conditions three and four of the mCTSIB?

• Force the use of vestibular and visual systems

• Focus on strengthening exercises

• Conduct an eye exam and vestibular exercises

• Increase cognitive tasks during balance exercises