A Study on Sensory Interaction in Postural Balance of the Elderly with and without Exercise
The objective of this study is to compare the effects of vestibule,vision and proprioception on the maintenance of static balance in the elderly with or without exercise,and to provide reference for the prevention of falls in the elderly.Methods:Stability Coefficient(ST)of the elderly with exercise(203 cases)and inactive elderly(168 cases)were tested under different standing conditions using Sunlight Tetrax balance diagnostic training apparatus.Results:(a)ST of women's NC、PO、PC posture was lower than that of men(P<0.05).(b)When proprioceptive function is affected,the elderly who do not exercise mainly regulate vision,while the elderly who exercise maintain static balance by regulating vestibular sense.(c)ST of the elderly male cycling exercise group and the elderly female square dancing group under NC and PO posture was lower than that of the walking group(P<0.05).Conclusion:Regular exercise can improve vestibular sense and proprioception to maintain the balance ability.Square dancing and cycling can improve the stability of the elderly when their vision or proprioception is disturbed.