Pilot #10: Interference of altered proprioception with adequate postural and gait control

Improving postural control and walking capacity is critical for the quality of life in older adults, yet current interventions often overlook proprioception deficits. This study aims to enhance proprioception using Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) to improve posture and gait in older adults. It tests two hypotheses: TENS can improve postural control without visual feedback by activating proprioceptors, and these improvements are linked to spinal and corticospinal adaptations. Key Interventions: The study includes two projects: evaluating TENS impact on proprioception, posture, and gait; and using force steadiness to diagnose neurological disorders and correlate with postural sway, walking, and manual dexterity.

Keys

Key outcomes: KPIs include measuring force variability (>10% MVC) to evaluate proprioceptive effects on postural control and using force steadiness as a diagnostic tool for various clinical conditions affecting daily activities.
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Cluster #D – Study of neuromechanics and fall prevention
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Amistim Medical Equipment
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