Comparison of postural control in older adults under different dual-task conditions: A cross-sectional study

and purpose: Performing a cognitive task while maintaining postural stability, known as “dual-task” condition, can increase the cognitive demand and reduce the postural control capacity. The inability to allocate attention to postural control under dual-task conditions may lead to balance impairments, particularly in older adults. The present study aimed to compare the effects of d ifferent dual-task conditions of backward counting (BC) and visual attention (VA) on older adults’ postural balance performance.
Source: Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies - Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Tags: Prevention and Rehabilitation Source Type: research