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Test Your Balance

*low difficulty balance Nov 18, 2021

Your balance system is comprised of 3 main sensory inputs, vision, inner ear, and joint receptors. In this series of progressively challenging balance exercises, you will test each of the systems and learn which of them might be deficient and contributing to balance loss. 

You will also test your ability to balance standing in one place versus moving.

Below is a list of normative values, adjusted for age, for the various tests performed in the video. If you cannot achieve the below results you may be at risk for falls.

Test

Result

Age

Feet Together Eyes Open

30s

All Ages

Feet Together Eyes Closed

20s

All Ages

Tandem Stand

15s

50-65

 

10s

65+

Single-Leg Stand Eyes Open

10s

50-65

 

5s

65+

Single-Leg Stand Eyes Closed

6

50-59

 

2

60-69

 

1

70+

30 Second Sit to Stand

12x

55-65

 

10x

65-79

 

7x

80-89

 

5x

90+

Timed Up and Go (10’ Walk) Test

13.5s

All Ages

Please bear in mind that these are just rules of thumb and everyone's individual case varies based on their own medical history. If you have concerns please consult your healthcare provider

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