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The study aims to examine the differences in stepping responses to postural disturbances between young and old adults.

Stepping Responses of Young and Old Adults to Postural Disturbances: Kinematics

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Controlled laboratory study examines balance restoration techniques in young and old adults, suggesting kinematic differences in responses.

The study aims to examine the differences in stepping responses to postural disturbances between young and old adults.
Controlled laboratory study with two groups: 12 young females (mean age 22) and 12 old females (mean age 73).
Measured response kinematics including timing, length, and height of steps following backward pulls.
Analyzed body segment and joint rotations during stepping responses.
All subjects took one or more steps in response to large backward pulls.
Old adults began using step responses at larger disturbances compared to young adults.
Young adults primarily took single steps, while old adults took multiple shorter steps at earlier points.

Luchies et al. (1994) studied this question.

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Controlled laboratory study examines balance restoration techniques in young and old adults, suggesting kinematic differences in responses.