Episode 76 – Balance Training

09/09/2025 5 min
Episode 76 – Balance Training

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A physical therapist works on various balance tasks with a patient who has known balance deficits. The patient has intact visual and vestibular systems, though has deficits with somatosensory inputs. Which of the following activities would be MOST useful in improving utilization of the somatosensory system to maintain balance?1. Standing on a firm surface with eyes open2. Standing on a firm surface with eyes closed3. Standing on a foam pad with eyes open4. Standing on one leg with eyes openWatch the video version of this episode on YouTube - https://youtu.be/UTd0A9CycF8