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Falls among older adults are a significant public health concern due to their high prevalence and the severe consequences they can cause, including physical injuries, psychological distress, and increased mortality [1]. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 28-35% of elders over 65 fall each year and this increases to 32-42% for who are older than 70 [2]. These falls often lead to a fear of falling, which can result in a vicious cycle of reduced mobility, loss of independence, and further increased risk of falls [3].Balance impairments are one of the primary risk factors for falls in older adults [4]. Balance is a complex motor skill that integrates sensory inputs and motor responses to maintain stability during both static and dynamic activities [5]. As people age, physiological changes occur that can affect balance, including declines in muscle strength, flexibility, and proprioception, as well as changes in the vestibular and visual systems [6].As outlined by Shumway-Cook and Woollacott [7, 8], balance can be broken down into static/dynamic steady-state (maintaining a consistent position while sitting, standing, or walking), proactive (anticipating a potential disruption), and reactive (compensating for a disturbance) balance. Additionally, undertaking specific balance exercises could help mitigate balance deficiencies and gait irregularities, thereby lowering the risk of falls among older adults [8,9].Given the significant impact of falls and the role of

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