scholarly journals Validation of a Russian version of the Berg Balance Scale

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
pp. 12-18
Author(s):  
N. A. Suponeva ◽  
D. G. Yusupova ◽  
A. A. Zimin ◽  
A. B. Zaitsev ◽  
K. A. Yatsko ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Validation Study ◽  
Berg Balance Scale ◽  
Demyelinating Diseases ◽  
Research Center ◽  
Balance Scale ◽  
Russian Version ◽  
Number Of Patients ◽  
Risk Of Falls ◽  
High Level

Objective: linguistic and cultural adaptation of the original version of Berg Balance Scale (BBS) and assessment its psychometric properties.Patients and methods. The staff of the Validation Center of International Scales and Questionnaires of the Research Center of Neurology received consent from Katherine Berg to validate the BSS in Russia. We carried out the linguocultural ratification during the validation study and prepared a Russian version of the scale. To assess the psychometric properties of the scale (reliability, validity, and sensitivity), we evaluated 55 patients (30 females and 25 males) aged 22–88 years with different neurological disorders (vascular and demyelinating diseases of the central nervous system, peripheral neuropathy, and movement disorders). We analyzed the differences of the total BBS score and the number of patients with high and low risk of falls at the end of rehabilitation compared to baseline to assess the dynamics of changes.Results and discussion. We successfully performed the translation and linguocultural adaptation of the BBS. The scale represents a high level of validity (expert score: 8.6 out of 10 points), reliability (Pearson's correlation coefficient r=0.98, р<0.0001; Cronbach's alpha α=0.94 р<0.001; Cohen's kappa κ=0.71, p<0.0001) and sensitivity (р<0.0001). After a two-week rehabilitation course, the risk of falls significantly decreased (χ2 =4.42; р=0.035); however, the level of independence of movement did not change significantly (F=0.94; р=0.636).Conclusion. The Russian version of the BBS was officially adapted based on the results of the accomplished validation study and is recommended for use both in routine clinical practice and in clinical trials by neurologists and rehabilitologists. The scale is available for downloading by QR code and on the website of Validation Center of International Scales and Questionnaires of the Research Center of Neurology.

Psychometric properties of the Berg balance scale in idiopathic Parkinson’ disease in the drug off-phase

2018 ◽  
Vol 39 (12) ◽  
pp. 2175-2181 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ghorban Taghizadeh ◽  
Pablo Martinez-Martin ◽  
Seyed-Mohammad Fereshtehnejad ◽  
Seyed Amirhasan Habibi ◽  
Negar Nikbakht ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Parkinson Disease ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Berg Balance Scale ◽  
Balance Scale ◽  
Idiopathic Parkinson Disease

scholarly journals Psychometric Properties of the Berg Balance Scale in a Community-dwelling Elderly Resident Population in Taiwan

2006 ◽  
Vol 105 (12) ◽  
pp. 992-1000 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ching-Yi Wang ◽  
Ching-Lin Hsieh ◽  
Sharon L. Olson ◽  
Chun-Hou Wang ◽  
Ching-Fan Sheu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Berg Balance Scale ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Resident Population ◽  
Balance Scale ◽  
Elderly Resident

scholarly journals Comparison of the Berg Balance Scale and the Mini-BESTest for Assessing Balance in Ambulatory People With Spinal Cord Injury: Validation Study

2017 ◽  
Vol 97 (6) ◽  
pp. 677-687 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vivien Jørgensen ◽  
Arve Opheim ◽  
Alexandra Halvarsson ◽  
Erika Franzén ◽  
Kirsti Skavberg Roaldsen
Keyword(s):  
Spinal Cord ◽  
Spinal Cord Injury ◽  
Validation Study ◽  
Berg Balance Scale ◽  
Balance Scale ◽  
Cord Injury

The Diagnostic Accuracy of the Berg Balance Scale in Predicting Falls

2016 ◽  
Vol 39 (11) ◽  
pp. 1502-1525 ◽  
Author(s):  
Seong-Hi Park ◽  
Young-Shin Lee
Keyword(s):  
Predictive Validity ◽  
Neuromuscular Disease ◽  
Fall Risk ◽  
Screening Tool ◽  
Berg Balance Scale ◽  
Balance Scale ◽  
Statistical Heterogeneity ◽  
Risk Of Falls ◽  
Fall Risks ◽  
Accuracy Curve

This study aimed to evaluate the predictive validity of the Berg Balance Scale (BBS) as a screening tool for fall risks among those with varied levels of balance. A total of 21 studies reporting predictive validity of the BBS of fall risk were meta-analyzed. With regard to the overall predictive validity of the BBS, the pooled sensitivity and specificity were 0.72 and 0.73, respectively; the accuracy curve area was 0.84. The findings showed statistical heterogeneity among studies. Among the sub-groups, the age group of those younger than 65 years, those with neuromuscular disease, those with 2+ falls, and those with a cutoff point of 45 to 49 showed better sensitivity with statistically less heterogeneity. The empirical evidence indicates that the BBS is a suitable tool to screen for the risk of falls and shows good predictability when used with the appropriate criteria and applied to those with neuromuscular disease.

scholarly journals Usefulness of the Berg Balance Scale in Stroke Rehabilitation: A Systematic Review

2008 ◽  
Vol 88 (5) ◽  
pp. 559-566 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lisa Blum ◽  
Nicol Korner-Bitensky
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Stroke Rehabilitation ◽  
Intraclass Correlation ◽  
Functional Independence ◽  
Berg Balance Scale ◽  
Balance Scale ◽  
Stroke Population ◽  
Functional Reach Test ◽  
Ceiling Effects

Background In a recent study of 655 physical therapists working with a stroke population, the Berg Balance Scale (BBS) was identified as the most commonly used assessment tool across the continuum of stroke rehabilitation. Given the widespread popularity of the BBS, it is important to critically appraise the BBS for its use with a stroke population. Objective The purposes of this study were to conduct a systematic review of the psychometric properties of the BBS specific to stroke and to identify strengths and weaknesses in its usefulness for stroke rehabilitation. Results Twenty-one studies examining the psychometric properties of the BBS with a stroke population were retrieved. Internal consistency was excellent (Cronbach alpha=.92–.98) as was interrater reliability (intraclass correlation coefficients [ICCs]=.95–.98), intrarater reliability (ICC=.97), and test-retest reliability (ICC=.98). Sixteen studies focused on validity and generally found excellent correlations with the Barthel Index, the Postural Assessment Scale for Stroke Patients, Functional Reach Test, the balance subscale of Fugl-Meyer Assessment, the Functional Independence Measure, the Rivermead Mobility Index (except for weight shift and step-up items), and gait speed. Berg Balance Scale scores predicted length of stay, discharge destination, motor ability at 180 days poststroke, and disability level at 90 days, but these scores were not predictive of falls. Eight studies focused on responsiveness; all reported moderate to excellent sensitivity. Three studies found floor or ceiling effects. Discussion and Conclusion The BBS is a psychometrically sound measure of balance impairment for use in poststroke assessment. Given the floor and ceiling effects, clinicians may want to use the BBS in conjunction with other balance measures.

scholarly journals Psychometric properties of the Chinese version of the Trunk Impairment Scale in people with a stroke

2021 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jie Zhao ◽  
Janita Pak Chun Chau ◽  
Yuli Zang ◽  
Kai Chow Choi ◽  
Rong He ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Barthel Index ◽  
Intraclass Correlation ◽  
Berg Balance Scale ◽  
Chinese Version ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Balance Scale ◽  
Subacute Stroke ◽  
Sitting Balance ◽  
Significant Difference

Abstract Background The Trunk Impairment Scale (TIS) has been translated into Chinese, but the psychometric properties of the Chinese version of the TIS (TIS-C) have not yet been established. We aimed to examine the reliability and validity of the TIS-C for assessing sitting balance among Chinese people with a stroke. Methods A descriptive, cross-sectional design was used. We recruited a convenience sample of 170 subacute stroke patients aged 18 years or over from the neurology departments of four traditional Chinese medicine hospitals in China. Patients completed the TIS-C, the Berg Balance Scale and the Modified Barthel Index. The psychometric properties of the TIS-C were examined to establish test–retest reliability, internal consistency, equivalence, and content, criterion, and construct validity. Results Intraclass correlation coefficients for inter-rater and intra-rater reliability ranged from 0.75 to 0.89 and from 0.90 to 0.97, respectively. The TIS-C Cronbach α was 0.86. The strong correlation between the total score of the TIS-C and the Berg Balance Scale (rs = 0.81, p < 0.001) or Modified Barthel Index (rs = 0.84, p < 0.001) suggested good concurrent and convergent validity, respectively. Known-group validity was supported by the significant difference (p < 0.001) in TIS-C scores between participants with mild and moderate stroke. Conclusions The TIS-C is a valid and reliable tool for assessing static and dynamic sitting balance as well as coordination of trunk movement among stroke survivors with mild and moderate stroke.

scholarly journals Validity and reliability of the 12-item Berg Balance Scale in an Italian population with Parkinson’s disease: A cross sectional study

2020 ◽  
Vol 78 (7) ◽  
pp. 419-423
Author(s):  
Anna BERARDI ◽  
Giovanni GALEOTO ◽  
Donatella VALENTE ◽  
Antonella CONTE ◽  
Giovanni FABBRINI ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Parkinson Disease ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Correlation Coefficient ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Berg Balance Scale ◽  
Balance Scale ◽  
Balance Ability ◽  
Activity Scale ◽  
Physical Activity Scale

ABSTRACT Background: The Berg Balance Scale is widely used to measure balance ability in clinical practice. Recently, the original version was redefined from 14 into 12 items. Its psychometric properties were investigated for different populations. However, for Parkinson disease the new version has not been validated yet. Objective: The purpose of the present study was to evaluate psychometric properties of the 12-item Berg Balance Scale (BBS-12) in a population with Parkinson disease. Methods: Internal consistency was evaluated with Cronbach’s alpha coefficient, whereas reliability was assessed with the intraclass correlation coefficient. For validity analysis, the Pearson correlation coefficient of the BBS-12 was evaluated with the Tinetti Scale and the Physical Activity Scale for the Elderly. Results: The BBS-12 was applied to 50 individuals with a mean age of 65.6 years (SD 11.8). The internal consistency showed a good value (Cronbach's alpha 0.886) and reproducibility reveled very high performances for both inter-rater and intra-rater reliabilities (ICC 0.987 and 0.986, respectively). The validity study demonstrated good linear correlation with the Tinetti Scale (p<0.01) and with the Sport and Home Subscales of the Physical Activity Scale for the Elderly (p<0.01). Conclusions: The present findings revealed the BBS-12 as a reliable and valid assessment tool to measure balance ability in Parkinson disease. Italian health professionals can now use it with more confidence.

scholarly journals Application of Interactive Video Games as Rehabilitation Tools to Improve Postural Control and Risk of Falls in Prefrail Older Adults

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-11
Author(s):  
Hammad S. Alhasan ◽  
Patrick C. Wheeler ◽  
Daniel T. P. Fong
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Postural Control ◽  
Interactive Video ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Berg Balance Scale ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Mean Velocity ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Balance Scale ◽  
Risk Of Falls

The purpose of this study was to examine whether interactive video game (IVG) training is an effective way to improve postural control outcomes and decrease the risk of falls. A convenience sample of 12 prefrail older adults were recruited and divided into two groups: intervention group performed IVG training for 40 minutes, twice per week, for a total of 16 sessions. The control group received no intervention and continued their usual activity. Outcome measures were centre of pressure (COP), mean velocity, sway area, and sway path. Secondary outcomes were Berg Balance Scale, Timed Up and Go (TUG), Falls Efficacy Scale International (FES-I), and Activities-Specific Balance Confidence (ABC). Assessment was conducted with preintervention (week zero) and postintervention (week eight). The intervention group showed significant improvement in mean velocity, sway area, Berg Balance Scale, and TUG (p<0.01) compared to the control group. However, no significant improvement was observed for sway path (p=0.35), FES-I (p=0.383), and ABC (p=0.283). This study showed that IVG training led to significant improvements in postural control but not for risk of falls.

scholarly journals Psychometric properties of the BESTest and the Berg balance scale in COPD

2015 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alda Marques ◽  
Joana Cruz ◽  
Ana Oliveira ◽  
Cristina Jácome
Keyword(s):  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Berg Balance Scale ◽  
Balance Scale
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