This research investigates the impact of balance training on improving functionalperformance and reducing fall risk in community-dwelling older adults who have recoveredfrom COVID-19. Post-COVID-19, many elderly individuals experience lingering physicalimpairments, including muscle weakness, decreased coordination, and balance deficits,which increase their vulnerability to falls. The study evaluates whether a structuredbalance training program can enhance stability, mobility, and overall quality of life inthis population.
Older adults recovering from COVID-19 frequently face persistent physical limitations due
to the virus's impact on the respiratory, muscular, and neurological systems. These
limitations often manifest as impaired balance, reduced functional mobility, and
increased risk of falls-conditions further exacerbated by prolonged inactivity or
hospitalization during illness.
This research focuses on evaluating the effectiveness of a structured balance training
program using The Biodex Stability System in older adults living independently in the
community after recovering from COVID-19.
Participants are assessed using validated tools such as the Berg Balance Scale, Timed Up
and Go (TUG) test, and The Biodex Stability System to measure changes in balance
performance, fall risk, and confidence in daily movement.
Other: The Biodex training
Participants will undergo balance training using the Biodex Balance System plus
Traditional balance training
Other: Traditional balance training
Traditional balance training only
Inclusion Criteria:
- were being older adults (aged ≥60 years), recovered from infection during the last 6
month,
Exclusion Criteria:
- Individuals were excluded if they have medical history of musculoskeletal trauma or
surgery, systemic disease that could affect standing or walking, visual, auditory,
or cognitive impairment that preclude the ability to comprehend the instructions
during conduction of the study protocol.
BMC
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Investigator: Dr. Mariam Salem, Professor
Contact: 0545712104
Mariam.salem@bmc.edu.sa
Investigator: Mariam Salem, Professor
Dr. Mariam Salem
0545712104
Mariam.salem@bmc.edu.sa
Dr. Mariam Salem, Principal Investigator
BMC