II. Indications
III. Approach
- Perform for 2 hours more more total per week (divided over multiple days)
- Perform under supervision (who can assist to prevent falls)
- Start with easier positions and gradually advance
- Hold each Exercise for at least 5-10 seconds and repeat at least once
- Start on level ground
IV. Protocol: Flat Surface Exercises
- Side-by-side stance
- Semi-tandem standing
- Tandem standing
- Single leg standing
- Standing on heels
- Standing on toes
V. Protocol: Uneven Surface Exercises
- Step up and step down without support of hands (i.e. no railing use)
- Forward walking and backward walking
- Sideways walking
- Change directions while walking
VI. Protocol: Complex Task Exercises
- Avoid obstacles while walking
- Pick up objects on floor while walking
- Carry objects (variable size and weight) while walking
- Perform head turning while reaching in different directions
- Converse with someone else while walking
- Perform simple math calculations while walking