The effects of balance and core stability training on postural control in people with visual impairment: A systematic review

Salar, Sarvin; Ardakani, Mohammad Karimizadeh; Lieberman, Lauren J.; Beach, Pamela S; Perreault, Melanie

doi:10.1177/02646196221077215

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“…An improvement in static balance ability because of core balance training has been confirmed in several studies [21,[33][34][35]. Furthermore, core strengthening presents certain benefits; these data alone were insufficient to confirm dynamic balance's effects on university judo athletes [36].…”

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Effect of Core Balance Training on Muscle Tone and Balance Ability in Adult Men and Women

Choi²,

Cho³

et al. 2022

IJERPH

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(1) Background: The amount of physical activity most adults perform is less than the recommended amount, and the resulting decrease in physical strength makes them vulnerable to various diseases. A decrease in muscle size and strength due to damage caused by disease or aging negatively affects functional strength. Muscle evaluation in adults can yield results that are predictive indicators of aging and unexpected disability. In addition, balance ability is essential to prevent falls and injuries in daily life and maintain functional activities. It is important to develop and strengthen balance in the lower extremities and core muscles to maintain and enhance overall body balance. This study aimed to analyze the effects of core balance training on muscle tone and balance ability in adults. (2) Methods: The participants of this study were 32 adult male and female university students (male: mean age = 21.3 ± 1.9 years, weight = 74.2 ± 12.6 kg, BMI = 23.4 + 2.5, n = 14; female: mean age = 21.0 ± 1.4 years, weight = 64.6 + 1.2 kg, BMI = 22.4 ± 2.4, n =18). Thirty-two adults (training group: 16, control group: 16; male: 16, female: 16) participated in the Myoton PRO (gastrocnemius lateral/medial, tibialis anterior), Pedalo balance system, and Y-balance test. (3) Results: The following results were obtained for muscle elasticity, stiffness, and dynamic/static balance ability after 10 weeks of core balance training. 1. There was no significant difference in muscle elasticity (gastrocnemius lateral/medial, tibialis anterior) (p < 0.05). 2. Muscle stiffness (gastrocnemius lateral/medial, tibialis anterior) significantly increased (p < 0.05). 3. Dynamic/static balance ability significantly increased (p < 0.05). (4) Conclusions: In future, data for the age and sex of various participants, should be accumulated by recruiting participants to study muscle characteristics, such as muscle elasticity and stiffness. Estimating the appropriate injury range and optimal exercise capacity is possible through follow-up studies. The findings can then be used as a basis for predicting injuries or determining and confirming the best time to resume exercise.

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Effect of Core Balance Training on Muscle Tone and Balance Ability in Adult Men and Women

Choi²,

Cho³

et al. 2022

IJERPH

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“…Vestibular stimulation rehabilitation reportedly improves the postural stability of visually impaired individuals, bringing it at par with that of individuals with normal vision [ 32 ]. A systematic review showed that a minimum of six weeks of balance and core stability training could beneficially influence fall risk in visually impaired individuals, irrespective of age, sex, or visual impairment severity [ 33 ]. Hence, exercises that stimulate the vestibular system through head and body movements are recommended to improve balance in visually impaired individuals.…”

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Assessing fall risk and equilibrium function in patients with age-related macular degeneration and glaucoma: An observational study

Tokunaga,

Takegawa,

Ueta

et al. 2024

PLoS ONE

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Background Falls in older adults are a significant public health concern, and age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and glaucoma have been identified as potential visual risk factors. This study was designed to assess equilibrium function, fall risk, and fall-related self-efficacy (an individual’s belief in their capacity to act in ways necessary to reach specific goals) in patients with AMD and glaucoma. Methods This observational study was performed at the Otorhinolaryngology Department of Shinseikai Toyama Hospital. The cohort comprised 60 participants (AMD; n = 30; median age, 76.0 years; and glaucoma; n = 30; median age, 64.5 years). Visual acuity and visual fields were assessed using the decimal best-corrected visual acuity and Humphrey visual field tests, respectively. The evaluation metrics included pathological eye movement analysis, bedside head impulse test, single-leg upright test, eye-tracking test, optokinetic nystagmus, and posturography. Furthermore, we administered questionnaires for fall risk determinants including the Dizziness Handicap Inventory, Activities-Specific Balance Confidence Scale, Falls Efficacy Scale-International, and Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale. The collected data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, and Spearman’s correlation analysis was employed to examine the interrelations among the equilibrium function, fall risk, and other pertinent variables. Results Most participants exhibited standard outcomes in equilibrium function evaluations. Visual acuity and field deficits had a minimal impact on subjective dizziness manifestations, degree of disability, and fall-related self-efficacy. Both groups predominantly showed high self-efficacy. No significant correlation was observed between visual acuity or field deficits and body equilibrium function or fall risk. However, greater peripheral visual field impairment was associated with a tendency for sensory reweighting from visual to somatosensory. Conclusion Self-efficacy was higher and fall risk was relatively lower among patients with mild-to-moderate visual impairment, with a tendency for sensory reweighting from visual to somatosensory in those with greater peripheral visual field impairment. Further studies are required to validate these findings.

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Effects of aerobic exercise on balance and mobility in individuals with visual impairment: a systematic review

Zhikai,

Zizhao,

Junsheng

2023

Disability and Rehabilitation

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The effects of balance and core stability training on postural control in people with visual impairment: A systematic review

Cited by 4 publications

References 30 publications

Effect of Core Balance Training on Muscle Tone and Balance Ability in Adult Men and Women

Effect of Core Balance Training on Muscle Tone and Balance Ability in Adult Men and Women

Assessing fall risk and equilibrium function in patients with age-related macular degeneration and glaucoma: An observational study

Effects of aerobic exercise on balance and mobility in individuals with visual impairment: a systematic review

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