Furqan Ahmed Siddiqi1, Tahir Masood2. 1. Foundation University Institute of Rehabilitation Sciences, Foundation University, Islamabad. 2. Riphah College of Rehabilitation Sciences, Riphah International University, Islamabad.
Abstract
OBJECTIVE: To determine the effects of balance training with visual feedback using static and dynamic Biodex balance system for fall risk and mobility.. METHODS: The two-arm pilot randomised controlled trial was conducted from July to October 2016 at Fauji Foundation Hospital Rawalpindi and comprised community-dwelling elderly individuals. Subjects having no major co-morbid conditions were recruited via non-probability purposive sampling. Subjects were randomly divided in two equal groups. The intervention group received 8-week training on Biodex balance system and the control group received no intervention. Data was collected using Biodex fall risk score, Berg balance scale and Timed Up and Go Test before and after the treatment. Data was analysed using SPSS 20. RESULTS: There were 18 subjects in two groups of 9(50%) each. Analysis within the groups showed significant improvement in the intervention group (p<0.001) while no significant improvement (p>0.05) was observed in the control group. Post-intervention the result remained unchanged while comparing the two groups (p<0.05). CONCLUSIONS:Dynamic postural training using static and dynamic Biodex balance system had a positive effect on mobility and balance in the elderly.
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OBJECTIVE: To determine the effects of balance training with visual feedback using static and dynamic Biodex balance system for fall risk and mobility.. METHODS: The two-arm pilot randomised controlled trial was conducted from July to October 2016 at Fauji Foundation Hospital Rawalpindi and comprised community-dwelling elderly individuals. Subjects having no major co-morbid conditions were recruited via non-probability purposive sampling. Subjects were randomly divided in two equal groups. The intervention group received 8-week training on Biodex balance system and the control group received no intervention. Data was collected using Biodex fall risk score, Berg balance scale and Timed Up and Go Test before and after the treatment. Data was analysed using SPSS 20. RESULTS: There were 18 subjects in two groups of 9(50%) each. Analysis within the groups showed significant improvement in the intervention group (p<0.001) while no significant improvement (p>0.05) was observed in the control group. Post-intervention the result remained unchanged while comparing the two groups (p<0.05). CONCLUSIONS: Dynamic postural training using static and dynamic Biodex balance system had a positive effect on mobility and balance in the elderly.
Authors: Wesam Saleh A Al Attar; Oliver Faude; Mohamed A Husain; Najeebullah Soomro; Ross H Sanders Journal: Sports Health Date: 2021-02-15 Impact factor: 3.843