scholarly journals Balance Assessment in Deaf Children and Teenagers Prior to and Post Capoeira Practice through the Berg Balance Scale

2017 ◽  
Vol 21 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rubianne Lima
Keyword(s):  
Berg Balance Scale ◽  
Deaf Children ◽  
Balance Assessment ◽  
Balance Scale

scholarly journals Clinical Evidence Based Nursing (EBNP) Penggunaan Berg Balance Scale Untuk Mengkaji Keseimbangan Pada Pasien Stroke

JKEP ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 219-231
Author(s):  
Dwi Kartika Rahayuningtyas ◽  
Ratna Sitorus ◽  
I Made Kariasa ◽  
Yunisar Gultom
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Evidence ◽  
Balance Training ◽  
Berg Balance Scale ◽  
The Body ◽  
Balance Assessment ◽  
Stroke Patients ◽  
Static State ◽  
Dynamic Conditions ◽  
Balance Scale ◽  
Evidence Based Nursing

Stroke can affect balance. Balance is the ability to maintain the body in a balanced position both in static and dynamic conditions. However, the assessment of the existing balance is only done in a static state in stroke patients. The balance assessment describes the balance of stroke patients so that they can be written on asessment form and the transfer record and can determine the need for balance training as one of the rehabilitation of stroke patients. This EBN application aims to find out the use of Berg Balance Scale to assess the balance of both static and dynamic conditions in stroke patients. The method used is conducting PICO analysis, searching database, critical appraisal, and determining relevant journals. EBN implementation was carried out on 10 people who had a stroke in zone A on the 5th floor of Building A RSUPN Dr. Cipto Mangunkusumo. This study uses the Berg Balance Scale scale in Indonesian. The analysis showed that stroke patients who experienced balance disorders were 7 people and did not experience a balance of 3 people BBS can assess the balance of stroke patients in accordance with existing evidence. BBS can be used as a balance assessment in stroke patients.

scholarly journals Functional Balance Assessment of Older Community Dwelling Adults: A Systematic Review of the Literature

2007 ◽  
Author(s):  
Felicity Langley ◽  
Shylie Mackintosh
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Concurrent Validity ◽  
Berg Balance Scale ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Balance Assessment ◽  
Timed Up And Go ◽  
Functional Balance ◽  
Balance Scale ◽  
Balance Tests ◽  
Community Dwelling Older Adults

Background: For allied health professionals wishing to assess the functional balance of older adults living in the community, the vast number of functional balance tests available makes it difficult to decide which assessment is most appropriate. Objective: To identify the reliability, concurrent validity and clinical practicality of functional balance tests with community dwelling older adults. Methods: A systematic review of published literature relevant to 17 functional balance tests was undertaken. The 17 functional balance tests were identified by a preliminary literature search and through consultation with an expert in the field of functional balance assessment. Studies published in English before January 2007, assessing the use of these functional balance tests with community dwelling adults aged 65 years or above were included. The CINAHL, MEDLINE, Ageline, Amed, PubMed, Cochrane library, PEDro and Joanna Briggs Institute databases were searched. The methodological quality of studies was assessed using a checklist criteria adapted from the Cochrane Working Group for Screening and Diagnostic Tests. Results: Eight databases were searched and 21 studies were included. The majority of studies demonstrated low to moderate methodological quality scores. Despite limitations reported for clinical application with community dwelling older adults, the Berg Balance Scale and the Timed Up and Go Test have been most rigorously tested. Reliability and concurrent validity of the Balance Screening Tool and the Fullerton Advanced Balance Scale had also been established in this population, however only one study was retrieved for each. Conclusion: The Berg Balance Scale and Timed Up and Go Test have published reliability, validity with community dwelling older adults. Further testing of other functional balance tests is required to establish their reliability and validity in this target population.

scholarly journals Clinical evaluation of balance in hemiparetic adults: a systematic review

2015 ◽  
Vol 28 (1) ◽  
pp. 187-200 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carla Bambirra ◽  
Maria Cecília de Betsan Rodrigues ◽  
Christina Danielli Coelho de Morais Faria ◽  
Fátima Rodrigues de Paula
Keyword(s):  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Intervention Studies ◽  
Berg Balance Scale ◽  
Therapeutic Interventions ◽  
Step Test ◽  
Balance Assessment ◽  
Timed Up And Go ◽  
Balance Scale ◽  
Functional Reach Test ◽  
Four Square

Introduction Hemiparesis is a common post-stroke impairment often associated with balance deficits. Standardized instruments for balance assessment may be useful in identifying individuals at risk of falling and evaluating intervention outcomes. Objectives To identify instruments with adequate psychometric properties and clinical application to assess balance in hemiparetic cases within the scope of physiotherapy and to verify tools most frequently used in studies that evaluated the effects of therapeutic interventions in order to improve the balance of hemiparetic patients. Methods A search was conducted in the Medline, Lilacs, PEDro, and Web of Science databases by two independent researchers, who selected and analyzed studies that evaluated the reliability and validity of balance assessment instruments and intervention results. Results and discussion The Berg Balance Scale was the most frequently used instrument in the intervention studies. Nine single-task tests (timed up and go, functional reach test, step test, four-square step test, side step test, supported standing balance, standing arm raise, static tandem standing, and weight shifting) and six multiple-task tests (Berg balance scale, Brunel balance assessment, Fugl-Meyer Assessment/balance section, mini balance evaluation systems test, and postural assessment scale for stroke patients) demonstrated adequate psychometric properties and clinical applications to assess balance in hemiparetic individuals. Conclusions The Berg Balance Scale had the most widely studied psychometric properties and was the most frequently used scale in the intervention studies. Further studies are required to validate and adapt other instruments for the Brazilian population.

A systematic review and meta-analysis on efficacy of exercise on posture and balance in patients suffering from Diabetic Neuropathy

2020 ◽  
Vol 16 ◽  
Author(s):  
Neerja Thukral ◽  
Jaspreet Kaur ◽  
Manoj Malik
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Diabetic Neuropathy ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Berg Balance Scale ◽  
Risk Of Bias ◽  
Core Stability ◽  
Balance Scale ◽  
Eyes Closed ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Eyes Open

Background: Peripheral neuropathy is a major and chronic complication of diabetes mellitus affecting more than 50% of patients suffering from diabetes. There is involvement of both large and small diameter nerve fibres leading to altered somatosensory and motor sensations, thereby causing impaired balance and postural instability. Objective: To assess the effects of exercises on posture and balance in patients suffering from diabetes mellitus. Method: Mean changes in Timed Up and Go test(TUGT), Berg Balance Scale and Postural Sway with eyes open and eyes closed on Balance System were primary outcome measures. RevMan 5.3 software was used for the meta-analyses. Eighteen randomized controlled trials met the selection criteria and were included in the study. All the studies ranked high on PEDro Rating scale. Risk of bias was assessed by Cochrane collaboration tool of risk of bias. Included studies had low risk of bias. Sixteen RCT’s were included for the meta-analysis. Result: Results of meta-analysis showed that there was statistically significant improvement in TUGT with p≤ 0.05 and substantial heterogeneity (I 2 = 84%, p < 0.00001) in experimental group as compared to control group. There was statistically significant difference in Berg Balance Scale scores and heterogeneity of I 2 = 62%, p < 0.00001 and significant changes in postural stability (eyes open heterogeneity of I 2 = 100%, p =0.01 and eyes closed, heteogeneity I 2 = 0%, p =0.01). Sensitivity analysis causes change in heterogeneity. Conclusion: It can be concluded that various exercises like balance training, core stability, Tai-Chi, proprioceptive training etc. have a significant effect in improving balance and posture in diabetic neuropathy.

Implementierung und erste Effekte Smartphone-unterstützter körperlich-kognitiver Aktivitäten im Wohnquartier zur Förderung der sozialen Teilhabe älterer Menschen

2019 ◽  
Vol 35 (05) ◽  
pp. 235-245 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christian Thiel ◽  
Sascha Sommer ◽  
Liane Günther ◽  
Anke Osterhoff ◽  
Oliver Koch ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Dual Task ◽  
Körperliche Aktivität ◽  
Hot Spots ◽  
Ältere Menschen ◽  
Berg Balance Scale ◽  
Balance Scale

Zusammenfassung Einführung Das Potenzial einer Verschränkung technikgestützten Trainings körperlicher und kognitiver Fähigkeiten zur Förderung der sozialen Teilhabe und Gemeinschaft Älterer im Wohnquartier erscheint beträchtlich. Derartige Ansätze sind aber in der Praxis selten und kaum wissenschaftlich erprobt. Im BMBF-Projekt Quartier Agil – aktiv vor Ort wird ein solches Programm entwickelt und seine Machbarkeit überprüft. Methoden Vorgestellt werden die Ergebnisse aus dem ersten von 2 6-monatigen Interventionszyklen einer explorativen, nicht-kontrollierten Studie. Unterstützt von 2 Teilhabementorinnen, nahmen n = 19 selbstständig im gleichen Ortsteil Bochums lebende ältere Menschen wöchentlich für 90 Minuten an Smartphone-Schulungen, körperlichem und kognitiven Training teil. Teilnehmer wurden mittels Smartphone und spezieller Apps angeregt, weitere individuelle Trainingseinheiten sowie körperlich und geistig aktivierende Angebote mit Bezug zu Identifikationspunkten („hot spots“) im Quartier zu nutzen oder diese selbst zu organisieren. Diverse Indikatoren der Machbarkeit wurden erhoben. Pre / Post-Erhebungen körperlicher und kognitiver Variablen und der Lebensqualität ergänzt durch Selbstbewertungen der sozialen Teilhabe dienten der ersten Einschätzung möglicher Effekte. Ergebnisse Die Teilhabementorinnen investierten wöchentlich ca. 6 Stunden Zeit und schätzten das Programm als gut machbar ein, wenngleich die App / Smartphone-Einweisung mehr Zeit als erwartet in Anspruch nahm. Die durchschnittliche Anwesenheit in den Veranstaltungen lag bei 76 ± 15 %. Insgesamt traten keine adversen Ereignisse auf. Allerdings brachen 2 Teilnehmer / innen die Studie ab, weitere 4 waren bei den Posttests verhindert. Alle Befragten (n = 13) waren mit dem Programm zufrieden, und 9 von 13 sagten, dass Quartier Agil ihre soziale Vernetzung gefördert habe. Die Smartphones generierten großes Interesse und wurden regelmäßig genutzt, trotz durchwachsener Zufriedenheit mit der projekteigenen App. Vom Pre- zum Posttest verbesserten sich Balance (Berg Balance Scale) und 6 Minuten Gehstrecke tendenziell. Die Kraft der unteren Extremität und körperliche Aktivität blieben auf hohem Niveau erhalten. Eine tendenziell effizientere kognitive Verarbeitung zeigte sich bspw. im Bereich der Wortflüssigkeit. Fazit Der Quartier Agil-Ansatz erscheint machbar und bietet Potenzial zur Förderung von sozialer Teilhabe inklusive verbesserter Bindung an das Wohnquartier und Smartphone-Kompetenz sowie zur Aufrechterhaltung körperlicher und kognitiver Funktionen. Organisatorische und methodisch-didaktische Erkenntnisse flossen in die Anpassung des Programms für einen 2. Interventionszyklus ein. In künftigen Studien sollten körperlich und kognitiv weniger inaktive Teilnehmer adressiert werden. Erhebungen des Aktionsradius und der Dual-Task-Fähigkeiten könnten zukünftig eine spezifischere Quantifizierung möglicher Effekte gestatten.

Poster 120 Modified Berg Balance Scale for Use in Fall Prediction Among Patients with Lumbar Spine Precautions

PM&R ◽  
2014 ◽  
Vol 6 (9) ◽  
pp. S225
Author(s):  
Argy Stampas ◽  
Libi Galmer ◽  
Alexander J. Martinez ◽  
Elizabeth A. Dominick ◽  
Michael V. Gramuglia ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Lumbar Spine ◽  
Berg Balance Scale ◽  
Balance Scale ◽  
Fall Prediction
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