The effectiveness of swiss ball training on balance in older adults

Falling is a common cause of injury in the older population. This has serious implications to individual and community health care and expense. Poor or impaired balance is one of the most common risk factors for falling. Exercise has been shown to increase balance in older adults. Few studies have investigated the role of Swiss balls for improving balance. The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of Swiss ball training on balance in people over 65 years of age. Results were analysed using independent samples, t-tests, Cohen's d and Bonferroni's adjustment. Improvements were noted in all the tests however none were significant. Medium to high effect size in some tests suggest larger sample size may reveal more significant results. This minor thesis was written by a post-graduate student as part of the requirements of the Master of Health Science (Osteopathy) program.

Name dc:type.qualificationname

other

Level dc:type.qualificationlevel

cmaster

Grantor dc:publisher.institution

Victoria University

Year dc:date.issued

2005

Author dc:creator

• Corbett, Brad

• 320000 Medical and Health Sciences
• School of Biomedical and Health Sciences

Language dc:language

en