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Background: A study of postural stability was undertaken to identify the effects of age and gender as a preliminary study
in one Thai community dwelling adults. It will be useful to prevent falls in the future.
Method: The authors measured the postural stability in 120 males and females aged 30 -40, 60-70 years using a Balance
Master 8.0, Neurocom,OR to perform the modified Clinical Test for the Sensory Integration of Balance (mCTSIB) and the
Unilateral Test protocols.
Results: The authors found that the females aged 60 – 70 were more stable than the males at the same age.
Conclusion: Age and gender were significant variables that influence postural stability and static balance.
Keywords: Postural stability, Balance, Age, Gender