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Berg Balance Scale
The Berg Balance scale was developed by Katherine Berg,
Wood-Dauphinee, Williams and Gaytonin 1989 as a tool that measures
balance in the elderly over the age of 65 with stroke, Parkinsons
and
other causes of balance impairment. The scale has been used to
identify and objectively evaluate
balance impairment in elderly people.
The scale consists of 14 different tasks. The items test the
subjects ability to maintain positions or
movements of increasing difficulty. The ability to change
positions is also assessed. Each item isscored on a scale of 0 to
4, for a maximum of 56 points. It takes 20 to 25 minutes to
complete. A
change in score of 5 has been shown to be clinically significant
when used on a pre and post test
basis.
The 14 tasks assessed include:
1. sitting to standing2. standing unsupported3. sitting
unsupported4. standing to sitting5. transfers6. standing with eyes
closed7. standing with feet together8. reaching forward with
outstretched arm9. retrieving object from floor10.turning to look
behind11.turning 360 degrees12.placing alternate foot on
stool13.standing with one foot in front14.standing on one foot
Interpretation of scores:
54 56 within normal balance for the normal adult population
50 56 within normal balance for the elderly over 65, unlimited
ambulation
47 49 impaired balance, limited outdoor ambulation. Often uses a
cane outdoors.44 46 impaired balance, high risk for fall when score
is
