About this trial
The investigators propose a 2-week intervention involving adults over 65 years old. Participants will undergo dynamic balance training on an movable platform (stabilometer) with either restricted or full vision. The primary objective is to facilitate sensory re-weighting, hypothesizing that restricted vision training will increase somatosensory input utilization for postural control. Pre- and post-training assessments will measure postural control during gait initiation under a dual-task condition. The investigators hypothesize that the restricted vision group will demonstrate:
1. Improved postural control, indicated by increased center of pressure displacement during gait initiation. 2. Improved ability to utilize somatosensory input during a balance task.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
age 65 and above
able to walk continuously for at least 10 min without assistive device
have normal or corrected-to-normal vision.
Disqualifiers
neurological conditions such as stroke, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, brain tumor that significantly affect balance task and walking
known peripheral neuropathy that influence sensation
known vestibular dysfunction
known cognitive impairments
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- restricted vision (no-V)
- full vision (full-V)