Observational framework - Nature vs Nurture - Balance

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Methodical approach of balance

1. postural stability or center of gravity control while standing still in different basis of support (static motor)

2. the ability to maintain and regain postural stability after self-initiated movements, ADL, gross motor movements (dynamic motor voluntary)

3. the ability to regain postural stability after external stimulus (force) or pertubation 
(dynamic motor automatic and adaptive)


Teh two different concepts of balance

-biomechanical concept
maintaining posture with respect to gravity in a upright position

-neurophysiological concept
internal regulating mechanisms to maintain balance
*in a stationary positions
*during changes of postures and perturbations

2 adaptive motor statagies

ankle and hip strategy
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Characteristics of the ankle strategy

slow adjustment
small perturbations
broad support base

higher skill level

Characteristics of the hip strategy

rapid adjustment
large pertubations
narrow support base
lower skill level 

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