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KMID : 1151220130190020067
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Journal of Korean Academy of Orthopedic Manual Therapy
2013 Volume.19 No. 2 p.67 ~ p.71
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The Effects of Somatosensory Stimulations with Joints Mobilization in Foot on Balance and Gait Speed in Some Elderly Women - Case Survey
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Park Jae-Myoung
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Abstract
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Background: The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of somatosensory stimulations with joints mobilization in foot on balance and gait speed in elderly women.
Methods: This study included 2 female participants aged 72 years. Participants received somatosensory simulations with joints mobilization on both foot for 30 minutes a day, 3 days a week, during a 4 week period. All subjects were assessed using a BT(balance trainer)-4 balance measurement and timed up and go test (TUG), 10m walk test (10MWT).
Results: It has been found that static length and static area were reduced and limits of stability was increased in 2 females. TUG test was improved but gait speed was not significantly difference.
Conclusion: Those results indicate that somatosensory stimulations with joints mobilization is effective in elderly women to promoting a static and dynamic balance ability.
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KEYWORD
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Balance, Gait Speed, Joint Mobilizaton, Somatosensory stimulation
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