BESTest is the quantitative assessment tool that aims to identify the disordered systems underlying the postural control responsible for poor functional balance. By identifying the disordered systems underlying balance control, therapists can direct specific types of intervention for different types of balance problems.

2018年8月22日 · The Balance Evaluation Systems Test (BESTest) serves as a 36-item clinical balance assessment tool, developed to assess balance impairments across six contexts of postural control: mechanical constraints, limits of stability, APAs, postural response to induced loss of balance, sensory orientation, and gait.

The BESTest is a sensitive, quantitative balance assessment that will improve third party reimbursement by identifying subtle deficits and changes with therapy. Dr. Horak is a professor of Neurology and Biomechanical Engineering at Oregon Health and Science University.

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2013年6月4日 · This clinical balance assessment tool is a shortened version of the Balance Evaluation Systems Test (BESTest). It aims to target and identify 6 different balance control systems so that specific rehabilitation approaches can be designed for different balance deficits.

Balance Evaluation Systems Test: BESTest (Horak, et al. 2009) The original BESTest contains 36 test items that are categorized into 6 underlying systems that may contribute to balance impairment: Biomechanical Constraints; Stability Limits and Verticality; Anticipatory Postural Adjustments, Transitions; Reactive Postural Responses

Item 8: Timed “Up & Go” Test “When I say ‘go,’ stand up and walk quickly but safely to the tape, turn, and walk back and sit in chair.” Start with back against chair, stop timing when buttocks hit the chair; chair should have arms to push from, if necessary. Imbalance might include trips or lateral/backward stumbles or crossovers.

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