## Overview Head tilt assessment evaluates a consistent tilt of the head to one side, often with the ear held lower on the affected side. Mild tilts may reflect musculoskeletal asymmetry or rein issues; severe or acute tilts suggest vestibular disease. ## What It Indicates Vestibular dysfunction, neck pain, or learned postural habit. ## Diagnosis Neurologic examination, observation at rest and in motion, and imaging if central disease is suspected. ## Treatment Directed at the underlying cause (vestibular disease, cervical pain, or training imbalance). ## Recovery and Prognosis Depends on the cause. Peripheral vestibular disease often improves; central disease is more guarded. ## Prevention Depends on etiology.
consistent head tilt to one side; ear held lower; difficulty with one rein; severe cases suggest vestibular disease
## Overview Head tilt assessment evaluates a consistent tilt of the head to one side, often with the ear held lower on the affected side. Mild tilts may reflect musculoskeletal asymmetry or rein issues; severe or acute tilts suggest vestibular disease. ## What It Indicates Vestibular dysfunction, neck pain, or learned postural habit. ## Diagnosis Neurologic examination, observation at rest and in motion, and imaging if central disease is suspected. ## Treatment Directed at the underlying cause (vestibular disease, cervical pain, or training imbalance). ## Recovery and Prognosis Depends on the cause. Peripheral vestibular disease often improves; central disease is more guarded. ## Prevention Depends on etiology.
consistent head tilt to one side; ear held lower; difficulty with one rein; severe cases suggest vestibular disease