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balance
Single Leg Balance Assessment
The Single Leg Balance Assessment is a reliable tool developed and used to evaluate balance. Please watch the video to get a visual demonstration of how to perform the test and what to be mindful of. Below you will find a description of how to...
Tandem Balance
HOW: Get set-up standing with your feet in a heel-to-toe position. Maintain your balance, switch feet and perform again. FEEL: You should feel like your balance is being challenged. If you’re having difficulty maintaining your balance, try to focus on an object with your eyes...
Standing Weight Shifts
HOW: Get set up near a wall or an object such as a chair to ensure safety if you were to lose your balance. Slowly shift your weight laterally all the way to one side trying to put 100% of your weight onto one leg,...
Standing Weight Shifts - On Tip Toe
HOW: Get set up near a wall or an object such as a chair to ensure safety if you were to lose your balance. Raise your heels and maintain this position for the entirety of this exercise. Slowly shift your weight laterally all the way...
Feet Together Balance - Eyes Closed
HOW: Position yourself standing in a corner with your back to it, or with a wall, chair, or sturdy object near you. Place your feet directly together and balance on a firm surface. Once balanced, then close your eyes. Focus on standing upright and not...
Feet Together Balance - Foam Pad
HOW: Position yourself standing in a corner with your back to it, or with a wall, chair, or sturdy object near you. Place your feet directly together and balance on a foam pad or unstable surface like a pillow. Focus on standing upright and not...
Feet Together Balance - Foam Pad, Eyes Closed
HOW: Position yourself standing in a corner with your back to it, or with a wall, chair, or sturdy object near you. Place your feet directly together and balance on a foam pad or unstable surface like a pillow. Once balanced, close your eyes. Focus...
Single Leg Woodpecker
HOW: Get set up balancing on one leg with good arch position. Begin the exercise by leaning forward and shifting your weight and center of gravity towards your toes. Go just until the point that you can control and not let your heel lift off...
Single Leg Balance
HOW: Position yourself standing in a corner with your back to it, or with a wall, chair, or sturdy object near you. Pick up one foot and balance on the leg that is in contact with the ground on a firm surface. Focus on standing...
Single Leg Balance - Eyes Closed
HOW: Position yourself standing in a corner with your back to it, or with a wall, chair, or sturdy object near you. Pick up one foot and balance on the leg that is in contact with the ground on a firm surface. Once balanced, then...