What is Balance Training?
Balance exercise is one of the four types of recommended exercise along with strength, aerobic and endurance exercises to improve health and physical ability.
Balance training is undertaken in order to:
- Prevent falls /injury
- Improves posture and strength.
- Strengthen self-efficacy in balance control leading to improved fall-related self-efficacy, reduced fear of falling, increased walking speed, and improved physical function
- Improve standing balance and locomotor performance in older adults
- Improves dynamic trunk control, sitting & standing balance, mobility in person’s post stroke.
- In addition to an increased risk of falls, diminished balance and mobility may limit
- ADL
Accordingly, it is essential that balance exercises be incorporated into the physical activity programs of older adults.
