Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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9350507 | Clinical Biomechanics | 2005 | 10 Pages |
Abstract
Interpretation. Age-associated differences in lateral balance control through stepping included using a riskier recovery strategy with increased collisions between the limbs, multiple steps, altered first step characteristics and lateral trunk motion during direct sidestepping, and a generally greater support hip torque. The difficulties with lateral balance control in aging may reflect factors such as impaired hip abduction torque-time capacity and lateral trunk mobility/control. Our findings contribute additional knowledge pertaining to the problem of balance dysfunction and falls among the elderly.
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Authors
Marie-Laure Mille, Marjorie E. Johnson, Katherine M. Martinez, Mark W. Rogers,