Rheoencephalography (REG) in Kharkiv — Non-Invasive Assessment of Cerebral Circulation
Rheoencephalography (REG) is a safe, non-invasive diagnostic method that assesses cerebral blood flow and vascular tone by measuring the electrical resistance of brain tissues. This painless procedure provides valuable information about cerebral circulation, arterial elasticity, venous outflow, and vascular reactivity, serving as an effective screening tool for detecting cerebrovascular disorders.
[Image of the cerebral circulatory system]Key Benefits of REG at Brigid Center
Cerebral Blood Flow Assessment
Evaluation of the blood supply to various brain regions and the functionality of the vascular network.
Non-Invasive and Painless
No needles, radiation, or injections — the procedure is completely safe and comfortable.
Dynamic Monitoring
The ability to perform repeated studies to track treatment effectiveness and disease progression.
Functional Testing
Provocative tests (head turns, breath-holding) to evaluate vascular reactivity.
Quantitative Data
Provides precise measurable parameters of cerebral hemodynamics.
Suitable for All Ages
A safe method for children, adults, and the elderly with virtually no contraindications.
What is Rheoencephalography (REG)?
REG is a method of studying brain circulation based on recording changes in the electrical resistance of tissues occurring with each heartbeat. Since blood conducts electricity better than brain tissue, each cardiac contraction causes synchronous changes in resistance, which are recorded as curves called rheoencephalograms. The method evaluates:
- Arterial Blood Inflow: The speed and volume of blood entering the brain.
- Venous Outflow: The efficiency of blood drainage from the cranial cavity.
- Vascular Tone: The tension level of the cerebral arterial and venous walls.
- Vascular Reactivity: The ability of vessels to respond appropriately to external and internal stimuli.
- Interhemispheric Asymmetry: Differences in blood supply between the left and right hemispheres.
When is REG Recommended?
Common Symptoms Requiring REG Evaluation:
- Headaches of various types (migraine, tension headache, cluster headache).
- Dizziness and vertigo (sensation of spinning).
- Tinnitus (ringing in the ears) in the absence of ENT pathologies.
- Memory impairment and difficulty concentrating.
- Meteosensitivity (symptoms triggered by weather changes).
- Vision disturbances (blurred vision, "floaters" before the eyes).
- Episodes of loss of consciousness or near-fainting states.
- Sleep disorders that may be related to vascular factors.
Diagnostic Applications:
- Cerebrovascular Pathologies: Primary assessment of circulation when ischemia is suspected.
- Arterial Hypertension: Studying the impact of high blood pressure on brain vessels.
- Migraine: Assessing the vascular component of the pain's pathogenesis.
- Cervical Osteochondrosis: Analyzing blood flow in the vertebral arteries.
- Post-Traumatic Conditions: Monitoring status following concussions or brain contusions.
- Atherosclerosis: Early detection of signs of damage to major vessels.
- Perioperative Monitoring: Monitoring patient status before and after heart or vascular surgeries.
- Treatment Control: Evaluating the action of prescribed vascular medications.
Preventive Applications:
- Risk Group Screening: Examining smokers, patients with diabetes, or hypertension.
- Occupational Exams: Mandatory checks for pilots, drivers, and dispatchers.
- Sports Medicine: Monitoring the adaptation of athletes' vascular systems to exertion.
- Age-Related Checks: Regular vascular control for individuals over 50.
What Can REG Detect?
Vascular Tone Disorders
- Increased arterial tone (angiospasm).
- Decreased arterial tone (vascular hypotension).
- Venous tone disturbances (venous congestion).
- Mixed dystonic disorders.
- Manifestations of autonomic vascular dysfunction.
Volumetric Blood Flow Changes
- Decreased arterial filling intensity.
- Venous outflow obstruction from the cranial cavity.
- Significant blood supply asymmetry between hemispheres.
- Local (regional) hemodynamic disturbances.
- Collateral (supplementary) circulation status.
Specific Syndromes
- Vertebrobasilar insufficiency.
- Signs of increased intracranial pressure.
- Specific changes characteristic of migraines.
- Atherosclerotic lesions of vascular walls.
- Angiodystonic states.
Adaptation Capabilities
- Vascular reactivity indicators.
- Compensatory reserve of the vascular system.
- Adequacy of response to functional exertion.
- Self-regulatory capacity of vessels.
- Impact of stress factors on circulation.
Schedule Your REG Examination in Kharkiv
REG remains a reliable screening tool for rapid assessment of cerebral circulation. This is especially important for patients suffering from chronic headaches and dizziness. Its safety, non-invasiveness, and the ability to perform tests under exertion make this method an optimal choice for primary diagnostics and subsequent treatment monitoring.
Contact us today to book an REG or to consult with a physician on whether this study is appropriate for your case.
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