Balansvaardigheid en leeftijd: balanceren op richels

The decline in postural control is a substantial health problem among the
elderly population. Considering that the majority of lower limb amputees are
geriatric this poses a particular problem. For elderly amputees, balance
control is a crucial factor in regaining mobility. A reliable assessment of
balance control is therefore very important for the prediction of the recovery
process and the choice of most efficient treatment and rehabilitation programs.
However, despite the great variety of balance tests, existing tests are of very
limited usability for the assessment of postural stability in lower limb
amputees, mainly due to their reliance on two sound legs.

Determine norm values for able bodied people on a balance test also suitable
for lower limb amputees

Cross-sectional study

During the balance tasks the subjects are secured by a safety harness attached
to the ceiling. The time expenditure for the single test session won*t exceed a
maximal duration of * hour.