The Effect of Perturbation-Based Balance Training on Fall Incidence, Mobility, Postural Control, and Fear of Falling of the Older Adults: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Shirin Mohammadi, Maryam Lotfi, Hamed Zarei, Corrective Exercises and Sports Injury Department, Faculty of Physical Education , Sport Sciences, University of Guilan, Sports Biomechanics Department, Faculty of Physical Education , Sport Sciences, University of Guilan

Journal of Applied Gerontology

Published online on December 29, 2025

Abstract

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Perturbation-based training (PBT) is a balance training method that uses externally applied mechanical perturbations to trigger rapid reactions for regaining postural stability in a controlled environment. However, there is a lack of comprehensive reviews ...