International Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Open Access
ISSN: 2329-9096
ISSN: 2329-9096
Huda M Alotaibi
Centre for Physiotherapy and Medical Rehabilitation,
Riyadh
Slovak republic
Research Article
Effect of Balance Training Using Different Compliant Surfaces on Performance of One Leg Stance Test and Star Excursion Balance Test
Author(s): Huda M Alotaibi and Marilyn MoffatHuda M Alotaibi and Marilyn Moffat
In this study, the aim was to determine the effect of balance training using two different compliant surfaces (Sanddune® vs. AirEx® balance pad) on performance of One Leg Stance Test (OLST) (eyes open and eyes closed) and Star Excursion Balance Test (SEBT) in healthy young adults. A repeated-measures design was used. Forty subjects participated in this study. Twenty participants were in each group (Sanddune® group and AirEx® group). Subjects performed the OLST to determine static balance and the SEBT to determine dynamic balance. One group of participants performed balance exercises on the AirEx® balance pad over a 6-week period of time twice per week, and the second group of participants performed balance exercises on the Sanddune® over a 6-week period of time twice per week. ANOVA (repeat.. View More»