Introduction: Normal balance relies on three sensory inputs: vision, proprioception and the peripheral vestibular system. This study assessed hearing change and postural control in normal subjects. Materials and methods: Postural control in 20 normal volunteers was assessed using a Nintendo Wii gaming console and balance board. Each subject was tested standing upright for 30 seconds in a clinic room and a soundproof room with their eyes open, eyes closed, whilst standing on and off foam, and with and without ear defenders. Results: There was significantly more postural sway in the following subjects: those standing with their eyes closed vs those with eyes open (normal room, p?=?0.0002; soundproof room, p?=?0.0164); those standing on foam with eyes open vs those standing normally with eyes open (in both rooms; p?
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