Placing the Dominant Foot Behind Reduces Postural Sway During Tandem Stance (Heel-to-Toe) Across Age Groups

Key Points

• Postural sway is significantly reduced by placing the dominant foot behind during tandem stance, improving overall balance.
• Specifically, foot dominance appears to play a crucial role in stability across various age groups during assessments.
• Observational analysis highlights foot placement strategies to enhance reliability in balance assessments.
• Improving balance assessments could lead to better understanding and interventions for postural control across all ages.

Abstract