Direction-specific impairments of limits of stability in individuals with multiple sclerosis

Abstract

Direction-specific impairment of limits of stability components was observed in individuals with MS. This information could be used in balance rehabilitation of people with MS.

Modified dynamic gait index and limits of stability in myotonic dystrophy type 1

“…Although large differences existed in our sample, no statistically significant findings were noted in the LoS MXE scores between fallers and nonfallers. This could be the result of compensatory maneuvers or strategies to avoid a fall during testing, such as approaching the LoS with decreased velocity and/or with increased path variation, as previously reported in other neurological populations . It is unclear why significant relationships were found between LoS left lateral MXE and both the mDGI gait pattern and total scores in our sample; these findings could be the result of measurement error.…”

“…The 100% LoS maximum excursion (MXE) testing feature of this machine was used. Limits of stability MXE testing can identify abnormalities in a person's volitional motor control of balance and postural sway . Limits of stability testing is a widely studied, valid, and reliable assessment of dynamic balance .…”

“…The mDGI is a measure that can identify balance impairments that may lead to falls during locomotion and may possess the ability to detect such deficits in adults with DM1 . Similarly, LoS testing has been shown to identify impairments in postural stability and balance that can result in a fall and is also an attractive measure for persons with DM1 …”

The effects of open and closed kinetic chain exercises on the static and dynamic balance of the ankle joints in young healthy women

“…Each subject was then instructed to shift her body weight (using her ankle joints as the primary axis of motion without changing their feet’s position) in different directions (one direction at a time) as quickly as possible following the appearance of a target on the monitor. Each direction of the target was randomly selected by the researcher and displayed for eight seconds only once each18 ) . The measured directions were forward (FW), backward (BW), left (LT), and right (RT).…”

Altered postural control and stability in cirrhotic patients with minimal hepatic encephalopathy correlate with cognitive deficits

“…Quantitative posturography allows objective assessment of postural stability and identifying abnormal patterns in balance. Postural instability is associated with falls risk in patients with Parkinson's disease or multiple sclerosis …”