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Characteristics of dynamic balance function in healthy individuals
Zhiqiang Qi1,2,3,4,5, Xiang Mao1,2,3,4,5, Ran Ji1,2,3,4,5
1Department of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Tianjin First Central Hospital, School of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin, China.
Acta Oto-Laryngologica
|September 24, 2025
Summary
Elderly individuals show poorer dynamic balance, slower reactions, and reduced adaptability compared to younger groups. This study provides crucial baseline data on age-related balance function using computerized dynamic posturography.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Biomechanics
- Neuroscience
Background:
- Accurate diagnosis and treatment of balance dysfunction necessitate population-wide balance data across all ages.
- Limited data exists on age-specific balance characteristics, hindering effective clinical interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess dynamic balance function in healthy individuals across different age groups.
- To collect baseline performance data for various age demographics using standardized balance tests.
Main Methods:
- 100 healthy subjects participated in computerized dynamic posturography (CDP).
- Evaluated balance using Sensory Organization Tests (SOT), Motor Control Tests (MCT), Adaptation Tests (ADT), and Limits of Stability (LOS).
Main Results:
- SOT scores decreased with increased difficulty; MCT showed lower limb postural latencies in the young.
- ADT revealed significant variations in swinging energy during ankle stretching across age groups.
- LOS tests indicated faster reaction times but greater movement rates in the young compared to older adults.
Conclusions:
- Elderly individuals demonstrate inferior dynamic balance, slower recovery, and reduced exercise adaptability.
- Older adults require longer reaction times to maintain balance, highlighting age-related functional decline.
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