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Novel balance rehabilitation and training apparatus to improve functional balance

Novel balance rehabilitation and training apparatus to improve functional balance. David M. Koceja, PhD; Jeffrey S. Greiwe, PhD. Aim Study 1: Determine whether apparatus significantly alters the biological postural control system.

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Novel balance rehabilitation and training apparatus to improve functional balance

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  1. Novel balance rehabilitation and training apparatus to improve functional balance David M. Koceja, PhD; Jeffrey S. Greiwe, PhD

  2. Aim • Study 1: Determine whether apparatus significantly alters the biological postural control system. • Study 2: Document the effects of balance training using the apparatus. • Relevance • A new balance rehabilitation and training apparatus has been developed to allow balance-impaired persons to cope with their fear of falling while safely and independently performing exercises necessary to improve functional balance.

  3. Method • Study 1: • Randomized repeated-measures design with 6 healthy adult subjects. • Study 2: • 4 wk intervention case study with a generally healthy 63-year-old individual.

  4. Results • Postural sway characteristics and cortical and proprioceptive feedback were not limited when using the apparatus. • Improvements observed in balance control and postural stability with 4 wk of training with apparatus.

  5. Conclusion • Apparatus could be an effective tool to help individuals safely and independently perform balance exercises while potentially preventing falls and minimizing fear of falling.

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