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The '''Berg balance scale''' is an [[outcome measure]] used to objectively determine a patient's ability (or inability) to safely balance during a series of predetermined tasks. It is a 14 item list with each item consisting of a five-point ordinal scale ranging from 0 to 4, with 0 indicating the lowest level of function and 4 the highest level of function and takes approximately 20 minutes to complete. It does not include the assessment of gait.
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== Equipment required ==
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* A ruler
The '''Berg balance scale''' is an [[Outcome measure]] used to objectively determine a patient's ability (or inability) to safely balance during a series of predetermined tasks. It is a 14 item list with each item consisting of a five-point ordinal scale ranging from 0 to 4, with 0 indicating the lowest level of function and 4 the highest level of function and takes approximately 20 minutes to complete. It does not include the assessment of gait.
* 2 standard chairs (one with arm rests, one without)
* A footstool or step
* 15 ft walkway
* Stopwatch or wristwatch


== Equipment required  ==


== The scale ==
*A ruler
*2 standard chairs (one with arm rests, one without)
*A footstool or step
*15 ft walkway
*Stopwatch or wristwatch




Name: __________________________________ Date: ___________________<br />
== The scale  ==


Location: ________________________________ Rater: ___________________<br />
Name: __________________________________ Date: ___________________<br>  


ITEM DESCRIPTION SCORE (0-4)<br />
Location: ________________________________ Rater: ___________________<br>  


Sitting to standing ________<br />
ITEM DESCRIPTION SCORE (0-4)<br>  
Standing unsupported ________<br />
Sitting unsupported ________<br />
Standing to sitting ________<br />
Transfers ________<br />
Standing with eyes closed ________<br />
Standing with feet together ________<br />
Reaching forward with outstretched arm ________<br />
Retrieving object from floor ________<br />
Turning to look behind ________<br />
Turning 360 degrees ________<br />
Placing alternate foot on stool ________<br />
Standing with one foot in front ________<br />
Standing on one foot ________<br />


Total ________<br />
Sitting to standing ________<br> Standing unsupported ________<br> Sitting unsupported ________<br> Standing to sitting ________<br> Transfers ________<br> Standing with eyes closed ________<br> Standing with feet together ________<br> Reaching forward with outstretched arm ________<br> Retrieving object from floor ________<br> Turning to look behind ________<br> Turning 360 degrees ________<br> Placing alternate foot on stool ________<br> Standing with one foot in front ________<br> Standing on one foot ________<br>  


Total ________<br>


== General instructions for completing the scale ==
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Please document each task and/or give instructions as written. When scoring, please record the lowest response category that applies for each item.
== General instructions for completing the scale  ==


In most items, the subject is asked to maintain a given position for a specific time. Progressively more points are deducted if:
Please document each task and/or give instructions as written. When scoring, please record the lowest response category that applies for each item.  


* the time or distance requirements are not met
In most items, the subject is asked to maintain a given position for a specific time. Progressively more points are deducted if:
* the subject’s performance warrants supervision
* the subject touches an external support or receives assistance from the examiner


The subject should understand that they must maintain their balance while attempting the tasks. The choices of which leg to stand on or how far to reach are left to the subject. Poor judgment will adversely influence the performance and the scoring.
*the time or distance requirements are not met
*the subject’s performance warrants supervision
*the subject touches an external support or receives assistance from the examiner


Equipment required for testing is a stopwatch or watch with a second hand, and a ruler or other indicator of 2, 5, and 10 inches. Chairs used during testing should be a reasonable height. Either a step or a stool of average step height may be used for item # 12.
The subject should understand that they must maintain their balance while attempting the tasks. The choices of which leg to stand on or how far to reach are left to the subject. Poor judgment will adversely influence the performance and the scoring.  


Equipment required for testing is a stopwatch or watch with a second hand, and a ruler or other indicator of 2, 5, and 10 inches. Chairs used during testing should be a reasonable height. Either a step or a stool of average step height may be used for item # 12.


== Downloads ==
== Downloads ==


* [[media:berg_balance_scale.pdf|Berg balance scale]] (Standard Berg balance scale in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pdf PDF] format)
*[[Media:Berg_balance_scale.pdf|Berg balance scale]] (Standard Berg balance scale in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pdf PDF] format)  
* [[media:berg_balance_scale_with_instructions.pdf|Berg balance scale with instructions]] (Berg balance scale with comprehensive instructions)
*[[Media:Berg_balance_scale_with_instructions.pdf|Berg balance scale with instructions]] (Berg balance scale with comprehensive instructions)


== Sources  ==


== Sources ==
*[http://www.strokecenter.org Internet Stroke Center]
*Lusardi, M.M. (2004). Functional Performance in Community Living Older Adults. Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy, 26(3), 14-22.


* [http://www.strokecenter.org Internet Stroke Center]
[[Category:Outcome_Measures]] [[Category:Open_Physio]]
* Lusardi, M.M. (2004). Functional Performance in Community Living Older Adults.  Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy, 26(3), 14-22.
 
[[Category:Outcome Measures]][[Category:Open Physio]]

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The Berg balance scale is an Outcome measure used to objectively determine a patient's ability (or inability) to safely balance during a series of predetermined tasks. It is a 14 item list with each item consisting of a five-point ordinal scale ranging from 0 to 4, with 0 indicating the lowest level of function and 4 the highest level of function and takes approximately 20 minutes to complete. It does not include the assessment of gait.

Equipment required[edit | edit source]

  • A ruler
  • 2 standard chairs (one with arm rests, one without)
  • A footstool or step
  • 15 ft walkway
  • Stopwatch or wristwatch


The scale[edit | edit source]

Name: __________________________________ Date: ___________________

Location: ________________________________ Rater: ___________________

ITEM DESCRIPTION SCORE (0-4)

Sitting to standing ________
Standing unsupported ________
Sitting unsupported ________
Standing to sitting ________
Transfers ________
Standing with eyes closed ________
Standing with feet together ________
Reaching forward with outstretched arm ________
Retrieving object from floor ________
Turning to look behind ________
Turning 360 degrees ________
Placing alternate foot on stool ________
Standing with one foot in front ________
Standing on one foot ________

Total ________


General instructions for completing the scale[edit | edit source]

Please document each task and/or give instructions as written. When scoring, please record the lowest response category that applies for each item.

In most items, the subject is asked to maintain a given position for a specific time. Progressively more points are deducted if:

  • the time or distance requirements are not met
  • the subject’s performance warrants supervision
  • the subject touches an external support or receives assistance from the examiner

The subject should understand that they must maintain their balance while attempting the tasks. The choices of which leg to stand on or how far to reach are left to the subject. Poor judgment will adversely influence the performance and the scoring.

Equipment required for testing is a stopwatch or watch with a second hand, and a ruler or other indicator of 2, 5, and 10 inches. Chairs used during testing should be a reasonable height. Either a step or a stool of average step height may be used for item # 12.

Downloads[edit | edit source]

Sources[edit | edit source]

  • Internet Stroke Center
  • Lusardi, M.M. (2004). Functional Performance in Community Living Older Adults. Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy, 26(3), 14-22.
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