Fullerton Advanced Balance (FAB) Scale
Original Editor - - Sweta Christian
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Purpose
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The Fullerton Test is mainly intended to identify highly-active older adults who are at an increased risk to experience fall-related injuries due to sensory impairments. The test uses both dynamic and static balance under different situations to identify balance deficits in older adults.
Technique
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The test includes the following:
-10 performance based activities in both static and dynamic phases -Score of 0-40/40 points possible (higher scores are better) -Items scored on a 5 point ordinal scale (0-4)
Equipment needed:
-Stopwatch -Pencil -12 and 36 inch rulers -6 inch high bench (18’X18’ stepping surface) -Masking tape -2 Airex® pads - Length of non-slip material between pads if floor is not carpeted -Metronome
The following video explains in brief on how the test is performed
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