CAVA (Continuous Ambulatory Vestibular Assessment)

Dizziness is a common medical complaint, affecting nearly one in four people at some point in their lives. The sensation can vary widely between individuals and may include feelings of lightheadedness, unsteadiness, or a spinning sensation known as vertigo. 

Patients often struggle to describe their symptoms clearly, which can complicate diagnosis. As a result, individuals with dizziness may undergo numerous tests, multiple hospital visits, and experience significant delays before receiving an accurate diagnosis and effective treatment. 

In response, UEA researchers across the School of Computing Sciences, Norwich Medical School and the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital have collaborated to develop the Continuous Ambulatory Vestibular Assessment (CAVA) device. The lightweight, wearable medical device continuously monitors and records involuntary eye and head movements, collecting data to support more accurate and earlier diagnosis for sufferers, and more effective treatment.