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Bartosz Dziadek1, Wojciech Paśko2, Rafał Podgórski3

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Area of Science:

  • Military Science
  • Human Performance
  • Biomechanics

Background:

  • Soldier performance is significantly influenced by balance.
  • Combat equipment, including footwear and load-bearing gear, may impact soldier balance.
  • Understanding these impacts is crucial for optimizing operational effectiveness.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the static balance of Polish Special Forces Operators.
  • To investigate how combat uniform elements (footwear, helmet, vest) affect static balance.

Main Methods:

  • The study involved 37 Polish Special Forces Operators.
  • Static balance was assessed using the Romberg test in three conditions: barefoot, with shoes, and with shoes, helmet, and vest.
  • Measurements were taken using an AMTI AccuGait portable force platform.

Main Results:

  • Static balance parameters varied significantly across the tested conditions.
  • Barefoot measurements yielded the lowest average static balance scores.
  • Wearing shoes and additional combat load (helmet, vest) significantly improved most balance parameters compared to barefoot conditions.

Conclusions:

  • Combat equipment, specifically footwear and load-bearing gear, positively influences static balance in Special Forces Operators.
  • These findings suggest that military training and operations should consider the effects of equipment on soldier balance.
  • Optimizing equipment may enhance soldier performance and reduce injury risk.