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Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Gerontology
  • Rehabilitation Medicine

Background:

  • Patients with heart failure (HF) are reported to have higher fall rates.
  • Balance is a critical factor in fall risk, yet its specific assessment in HF populations is limited.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To quantitatively compare static, dynamic, and functional balance capabilities between individuals with heart failure and healthy controls.

Main Methods:

  • Employed the Unilateral Stance (US) test for static balance and Limits of Stability (LOS) for dynamic balance.
  • Utilized the Berg Balance Scale to evaluate functional balance.
  • Recruited 27 patients with HF and 22 healthy participants for comparative analysis.

Main Results:

  • Significant differences in static balance (US with open eyes) were observed between HF patients and controls.
  • Dynamic balance showed significant group differences in reaction time, endpoint excursion, maximum excursion, and directional control during LOS tests.
  • No significant demographic differences (age, gender, BMI) were found between the groups.

Conclusions:

  • Heart failure patients demonstrate impaired static, dynamic, and functional balance.
  • Comprehensive balance assessments are recommended for HF patients.
  • Integrating balance training into cardiac rehabilitation programs is advised for managing HF.