The Effect of Different Body Mass Index Levels on Static and Dynamic Postural Balance Performance in Adults

Authors : Eren TİMURTAŞ, Halit SELÇUK, Ekin UĞUR CANÖZ, Onur KÖRTELLİ, İlkşan DEMİRBÜKEN, Mine Gülden POLAT

Pages : 131-138

Doi:10.30621/jbachs.1079167

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Publication Date : 2023-01-31

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :Background and Purpose: It was aimed to examine the static and dynamic postural balance performance in adults with different Body Mass Index insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(BMI); levels. Methods: Study was conducted in Üsküdar Diabetes and Obesity Treatment Center between September and October 2021. Participants were divided into 5 groups according to BMI scores: normal-weight, overweight, 1st degree obese, 2nd degree obese, and 3rd degree obese. The static and dynamic balance performance of participants were assessed by the Limits of Stability insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(LOS); and modified Clinical Test of Sensory Integration of Balance insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(m-CTSIB); tests. Results: For LOS parameters, there was a significant difference between groups in reaction time scores only for the backward direction insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(p<0.05);. The endpoint and maximum excursions measurements except for the backward and directional control measurements except for the backward and right were significantly different between groups with the worst scores for 3rd degree obese group insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(p<0.05);. For the m-CTSIB test, there was a significant difference between groups in all parameters except the eyes open condition on foam surface insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(p<0.05);. Conclusion: The 3rd degree obese individuals are the most affected subgroup in terms of dynamic balance, we recommended that rehabilitation and fall prevention programs should primarily focus on 3rd degree obese individuals.
Keywords : Limits of stability test, modified clinical test of sensory integration of balance, postural balance, body mass index