Effect of visual feedback on the performance of the star excursion balance test

Abstract

Introduction Visual feedback is an effective method to enhance postural and balance control in clinical and sports training. The aim of this study was to explore the effect of real-time visual feedback provided by a video camera on the performance of a dynamic balance test, which is the star excursion balance test in healthy subjects. Methods We compared the performance of the star excursion balance test using the maximum reach distance in 20 healthy participants (10 male and 10 female, 26.8 ± 3.7 years) under two conditions: without feedback and whilst they viewed their movements in real-time on a screen in front of them via a video camera. Results The results showed that real-time visual feedback had a significant effect on maximum reach distance of the star excursion balance test in the posterolateral direction (P < 0.001). There was a non-significant increase in the maximum reach distance in the anterior and posteromedial directions. Conclusion The result indicates that the real-time visual feedback appears to be an effective means for improving the performance of the star excursion balance test in the posterolateral direction, and may be a promising tool for clinical rehabilitation and athlete training to enhance dynamic postural control.

Association between Anthropometric Variables, Sex, and Visual Biofeedback in Dynamic Postural Control Assessed on a Computerized Wobble Board

“…However, VBF, due to its immediate, continuous, correct, and accurate information, represents the most effective modality compared to others sensors during dynamic balance performances [40]. To confirm this, evidence showed better balance in judo athletes [41], young karatekas [42], healthy subjects [40,43], young adults [44], and elderly people [45] when performing VBF compared to NVBF. Although previous studies are in line with the present findings, comparisons are difficult because of the different VBF and balance outcome used.…”

“…Biofeedback has been used for many years in rehabilitative and preventive training protocols among different populations, such as healthy [19,36] or pathological populations [37][38][39]. However, VBF, due to its immediate, continuous, correct, and accurate information, represents the most effective modality compared to others sensors during dynamic balance performances [40]. To confirm this, evidence showed better balance in judo athletes [41], young karatekas [42], healthy subjects [40,43], young adults [44], and elderly people [45] when performing VBF compared to NVBF.…”

A pilot randomised control trial of the efficacy of stability-based training with visualisation for people with chronic ankle instability

“…The SEBT is an accepted and reliable method adopted in clinical practice to assess the outcome of stability-related interventions [33,[44][45][46][47][48].…”