Department
Applied Health Sciences
Advisor
Leah Jackson
Document Type
Poster
Version
Preprint
Abstract
In order to maintain balance and stability, the body relies on the integration of information from the visual, vestibular, and proprioceptive systems. If an individual has an impairment or weakness in one or more systems, their ability to maintain balance may be impaired. Both postural stability and vision contribute to one’s ability to maintain balance in functions of everyday life. The Y-Balance Test (YBT) is a dynamic balance assessment. This study focuses on the visual system and its relation to postural balance, specifically if altered visual states affect one’s ability to maintain balance during a YBT via the use of drunk goggles and blindfolds. The applications of this study hope to provide more information about misperceptions on balance as it’s one of the leading risks of injury in the older population. Through the results of the study, the investigators can draw the conclusion that there is significance in the post medial reach direction with altered vision. These results support the hypothesis that altered visual states have a greater impact on LQ balance than complete blindness compared to uninhibited vision.
Recommended Citation
Mehr, Katelyn; Smith, Nathan; and Jackson, Leah, "The Effect of Vision on Lower Quarter Balance During Y-Balance Test Testing in College Students" (2024). Science Symposium. 9.
https://spark.bethel.edu/science_symposium/spring2024/schedule2024/9
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The Effect of Vision on Lower Quarter Balance During Y-Balance Test Testing in College Students
In order to maintain balance and stability, the body relies on the integration of information from the visual, vestibular, and proprioceptive systems. If an individual has an impairment or weakness in one or more systems, their ability to maintain balance may be impaired. Both postural stability and vision contribute to one’s ability to maintain balance in functions of everyday life. The Y-Balance Test (YBT) is a dynamic balance assessment. This study focuses on the visual system and its relation to postural balance, specifically if altered visual states affect one’s ability to maintain balance during a YBT via the use of drunk goggles and blindfolds. The applications of this study hope to provide more information about misperceptions on balance as it’s one of the leading risks of injury in the older population. Through the results of the study, the investigators can draw the conclusion that there is significance in the post medial reach direction with altered vision. These results support the hypothesis that altered visual states have a greater impact on LQ balance than complete blindness compared to uninhibited vision.
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balance, vision alteration, stability