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Evidence Informed Physiotherapy
Balance
KEY POINTS
- balance if an often neglected and frequently under appreciated component of both musculoskeletal health and general health
- this 12 year study illustrated the importance of balance to general health and longevity
- in this study, individuals who could maintain 10sec of single leg balance had significantly improved longevity in life, than individuals unable to maintain 10sec of single leg stance
- good balance involves multiple systems: joints, ligaments & muscles, the eyes, the inner ears, head & neck control, sensation from the feet, and the brain
- add some balance exercises to your warm-up, training and daily life today !
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