Immediate effects of wearing knee length socks differing in compression level on postural regulation in community-dwelling, healthy, elderly men and women

Postural regulation and stability of balance are affected by types of standing surfaces and somatosensory system function of an individual [1]. Standing on unstable surfaces, like foam surfaces, have revealed the important role of somatosensory information in postural regulation and balance [1,2]. Studies have suggested that postural sway increases for balance regulation, especially when individuals are standing on a foam surface [1,3]. Somatosensory function is important to study since neurodegeneration can result in age-related declines in postural regulation due to reduction in cognitive and sensory system capacities [4].
Source: Gait and Posture - Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Source Type: research