Apr 28, 2022 · A Romberg test is positive when you have a loss of balance when you close your eyes during the test. Loss of balance is defined as increased swaying of your body, foot …

An increased loss of balance is interpreted as a positive Romberg's test. The Romberg test is a test of the body's sense of positioning (proprioception), which requires healthy functioning of …

Aug 3, 2025 · A “positive” Romberg’s sign occurs when the individual sways more or loses balance significantly after closing their eyes. This suggests a proprioceptive deficit, meaning …

The Romberg test is positive when the patient is unable to maintain balance with their eyes closed. Losing balance can be defined as increased body sway, placing one foot in the …

Dec 19, 2025 · A positive Romberg test means you can stand relatively steady with your feet together and eyes open, but when you close your eyes, your body sways a lot, you need to …

Positive Romberg Test: If you lose balance or sway noticeably when your eyes are closed, the test is considered positive. A positive result may suggest problems with proprioception, …

Aug 1, 2025 · Positive Romberg sign: patient is steady with eyes open but markedly sways or falls with eyes closed. Negative Romberg sign: in cerebellar ataxia, where instability is present …

Aug 14, 2025 · A “positive Romberg sign” occurs when an individual sways or loses balance only with eyes closed, but maintains balance with eyes open. This indicates a deficit in …

What does a positive Romberg Test indicate? A positive Romberg Test indicates difficulty maintaining balance with eyes closed, often due to proprioceptive, vestibular, or central …

Nov 16, 2025 · A positive Romberg sign occurs when a person is steady with their eyes open but begins to sway noticeably or loses balance immediately upon closing them. This result …