Department
Applied Health Sciences
Advisor
Leah Jackson
Document Type
Poster
Version
Preprint
Abstract
This study aimed to investigate the relationship between ankle mobility and balance in a young, healthy population, filling a gap in existing literature primarily focused on older adults. The findings revealed no significant correlation between ankle mobility and balance measures in the college-aged subjects. While previous research in elderly populations suggested a link between ankle mobility and balance, this study suggests that such a relationship may not hold true for younger individuals. These results underscore the importance of considering age-related differences and overall health status when exploring factors affecting balance, potentially guiding future research and intervention strategies aimed at improving balance control in different demographic groups.
Recommended Citation
Johnson, Anna; Roiger, Maddy; Stewart, Ellie; and Jackson, Leah, "ANKLE MOBILITY AND BALANCE IN A HEALTHY COLLEGE-AGED POPULATION: A CORRELATIONAL STUDY" (2024). Science Symposium. 6.
https://spark.bethel.edu/science_symposium/spring2024/schedule2024/6
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ANKLE MOBILITY AND BALANCE IN A HEALTHY COLLEGE-AGED POPULATION: A CORRELATIONAL STUDY
This study aimed to investigate the relationship between ankle mobility and balance in a young, healthy population, filling a gap in existing literature primarily focused on older adults. The findings revealed no significant correlation between ankle mobility and balance measures in the college-aged subjects. While previous research in elderly populations suggested a link between ankle mobility and balance, this study suggests that such a relationship may not hold true for younger individuals. These results underscore the importance of considering age-related differences and overall health status when exploring factors affecting balance, potentially guiding future research and intervention strategies aimed at improving balance control in different demographic groups.