Effect of the Selected Balance Program on Postural Control of Amputees under Manipulation of Visual, Vestibular and Proprioceptive Systems

Mohamadtaghi, B; Dinan, P Hejazi; Dehkordi, Parvaneh Shamsipour

doi:10.18869/acadpub/ijwph.2016.01

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“…In addition, the onset of the contraction of central muscles before limb movements triggers the postural prediction response by the central nervous system. Therefore, the exercises that emphasize the stability of core muscles can improve activity prediction, thus reducing balance disorders and central oscillation [ 20 ]. In this regard, Kang et al .…”

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“…Also, in another study, Naderi et al examined the effect of 12 weeks of kyphosis correction exercises on the physical function and balance of hyperkyphotic elderly men and reported significant improvements in the kyphosis angle and balance in these individuals [ 21 ]. In a study, Mohamadtaghi et al investigated the effects of postural corrective exercises on postural stability in hyperkyphotic elderly women and showed that these exercises not only reduced the kyphosis angle from 50.58 to 48.84 but also improved postural stability in the participants [ 20 ]. In another study, Roller et al .…”

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Evaluation of the durable effects of corrective exercises on the postural alignment and stability in hyperkyphotic elderly with a history of falls

2022

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Background This study aimed to investigate the durability of the effects of corrective exercises on the postural alignment and stability of hyperkyphotic elderly with a history of falls. Balance disturbance and recurrent falls are directly related to changes in the alignment of physical posture and function of the elderly, and effective methods with durable effects on improving the postural stability of the elderly have always been under the attention of researchers. Methods This study was a randomized clinical trial, and the statistical population included the elderly referred to neurology clinics. According to the research inclusion criteria (hyperkyphotic elderly with a history of falls during the last six months), 30 elderly aged 60 to 75 years old were purposefully selected and randomly divided into two groups of corrective exercises and control. The experimental group performed an exercise program based on the Alexander posture correction technique. Both groups were evaluated with forward head angle, kyphosis, the timed up and go test, postural stability, and fear of falling tests in three phases. Data analysis was conducted using SPSS 21 software and the MANCOVA test and repeated-measures analysis of variance. Results Data analysis showed significant improvements in the variables of forward head (p = 0.007), kyphosis(p = .001), balance(p = 0.002), postural stability(p = 0.001), and fear of falling(p = 0.001) in the experimental group. Post-test comparisons between the experimental and control groups showed significant differences in all variables except for kyphosis(p > .05), and follow-up analysis also revealed significant differences in all variables, except for the variables of forward head and kyphosis(p > .05). Conclusions Although the effects of corrective exercises in the elderly decreased regarding spinal alignment after three months, more lasting effects were seen in functional balance, postural stability, and fear of falling, suggesting this strategy as a stimulus for more mobility and a lower risk of falling in the elderly. Therefore, when using corrective exercises, it is possible to apply these exercises for a longer period of time to achieve more durable outcomes, especially regarding spinal alignment. Trial registration This research was registered in the Iranian Registry of Clinical Trials (IRCT2016081529373N1, Date of registration: 19/04/2017).

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confidence: 99%