《Chinese Journal of Rehabilitation Theory and Practice》 ›› 2017, Vol. 23 ›› Issue (11): 1254-1257.doi: 10.3969/j.issn.1006-9771.2017.11.004

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Concept of Dynamic Stability in Old People for Fall Prevention (review)

XU Xin1, WEN Zi-xing2   

  1. 1. Shanghai Normal University Tianhua College, Shanghai 201815, China;
    2. Shanghai Sanda University School of International Medical Technology, Shanghai 201209, China
  • Received:2017-06-04 Published:2017-11-25 Online:2017-12-10
  • Contact: WEN Zi-xing. E-mail: wenzixing@hotmail.com

Abstract: Fall down is related to stability of persons, especially in the aged. Poor stability usually results in fall down. Compared with the concept of static stability, dynamic stability theory emphasizes the velocity-position of center of mass (CoM) to predict feasible movements rather than CoM position only. Dynamic stability can help to estimate the risk of fall, and guide the exercise about fall prevention from improvements of adaption to regain balance. The training program still needs more studies.

Key words: dynamic stability, fall, postural control, aged, rehabilitation, review

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