Linguistics

Philosophy

Neuroscience

Etiology

Eye movement

Psychology

Vestibular disorders

Nystagmus

Vestibular system

Medicine

Physical medicine and rehabilitation

Audiology

Saccadic masking

Terminology

Pathology

Journal of Vestibular Research

This paper presents a classification and definitions for types of nystagmus and other oscillatory eye movements relevant to evaluation of patients with vestibular and neurological disorders, formulated by the Classification Committee of the Bárány Society, to facilitate identification and communication for research and clinical care.Terminology surrounding the numerous attributes and influencing factors necessary to characterize nystagmus are outlined and defined.The classification first organizes the complex nomenclature of nystagmus around phenomenology, while also considering knowledge of anatomy, pathophysiology, and etiology.Nystagmus is distinguished from various other nystagmus-like movements including saccadic intrusions and oscillations.

Classification of vestibular signs and examination techniques: Nystagmus and nystagmus-like movements