Pediatric Balance Scale
Original Editor - Meaghan Rieke
Objective
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The Pediatric Balance Scale is a modified version of the Berg Balance Scale that is used to assess functional balance skills in school-aged children. The scale consists of 14 items that are scored from 0 points (lowest function) to 4 points (highest function) with a maximum score of 56 points.[1]
Intended Population
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The Pediatric Balance Scale is intended for use with school-aged children with mild to moderate balance impairments. Pilot testing was performed on children aged 5 to 15 years.[1]
Method of Use[1][edit | edit source]
Equipment[edit | edit source]
- Adjustable height bench
- Chair with back support and arm rests
- Stopwatch or watch with a second hand
- Masking tape (1 inch wide)
- Step stool 6 inches in height
- Chalkboard eraser
- Ruler or yardstick
- Small level
Optional equipment that may be helpful includes: 2 child size footprints, blindfold, brightly colored object at least 2 inches in size, flash cards, 2 inches of adhesive-backed hook Velcro, two 1 foot strips of loop Velcro.
Item Descriptions[edit | edit source]
- Sitting to standing
- Standing to sitting
- Transfers
- Standing unsupported
- Sitting unsupported
- Standing with eyes closed
- Standing with feet together
- Standing with one foot in front
- Standing on one foot
- Turning 360 degrees
- Turning to look behind
- Retrieving object from floor
- Placing alternate foot on stool
- Reaching forward with outstretched arm
