A COMBINED BALANCE TRAINING APPROACH TOIMPROVE BALANCE AND REDUCE FALLRISK IN YOUNG-OLD INDIVIDUALS:AN EXPERIMENTAL INVESTIGATION
- Post Graduate: Department of Community Physiotherapy, PES Modern College of Physiotherapy, Pune, India.
- Professor - Guide: Department of Community Physiotherapy,PES Modern College of Physiotherapy, Pune, India.
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Background and Objectives: Falls represent a significant health risk among older adults, often resulting in injuries ranging from soft tissue trauma to fractures. Balance is a critical factor in maintaining postural stability and preventing such incidents. The present study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of a combined balance training program in improving balance and reducing fall risk in young-old adults (65 74 years).
Methodology: A total of 58 participants were recruited for this experimental study. Pre- and post-intervention assessments were conducted using the Falls Efficacy Scale and the Timed Up and Go (TUG) test to quantify changes in balance and fall risk.
Results: Statistical analysis revealed significant improvements in both Falls Efficacy Scale scores and TUG performance following the intervention (p < 0.05), indicating enhanced balance and reduced fear of falling.
Conclusion: The combined balance training program demonstrated significant effectiveness in improving balance and preventing falls among young-old adults, suggesting its utility as a targeted intervention in geriatric populations.
[Mohammed Atik Bedrekar and Priyanka Honkalas (2025); A COMBINED BALANCE TRAINING APPROACH TOIMPROVE BALANCE AND REDUCE FALLRISK IN YOUNG-OLD INDIVIDUALS:AN EXPERIMENTAL INVESTIGATION Int. J. of Adv. Res. (Oct). 182-186] (ISSN 2320-5407). www.journalijar.com
P.E.S. Modern College of Physiotherapy, Pune
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