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The Effects Of Hallux Valgus And Walking Speed On Dynamic Balance In Older Adults, Carolyn E. Barbee

WWU Graduate School Collection

Hallux valgus (HV) contributes to deficits in static balance and increased fall risk in older adults. Very limited research has examined dynamic balance deficits in walking in this population. These individuals generally walk slowly, as balance challenge is lesser at slow speeds. The purpose of this study was to examine dynamic balance in older adults with HV compared to healthy controls at controlled slow and fast speeds. Nineteen older adults with HV and 13 healthy controls completed 5 continuous walking trials at 1.0 and 1.3 m·s^-1 as whole body marker position and ground reaction force data were captured. Dynamic …