Balance and Equilibrium

Question 1

How do we keep our balance?

Answer 1

Using our

• Visual
• Vestibular
• Somatosensory

Question 2

What is the sequence of development of postural control?

Answer 2

Righting reactions
protective reactions
Equilibrium reactions (includes full body reactions)

Question 3

Nashner’s model of postural control in standing?

Answer 3

ankle
hip
stepping

Question 4

What are the components of postural control system?

Answer 4

Limits of stability
Sensory organization
Eye head stabilization
Musculoskeletal system
Motor coordination
Predictive central set
Environmental adaptation

Question 5

What are Age-related changes in coordinated movement?

Answer 5

Decreased strength
Slowed reaction time
Decreased ROM
Postural changes
Impaired balance