Event Title
The Effects of Weekly Balance Training on Perceived Fall Risk & Dynamic Balance in Cancer Survivors
Faculty Mentor
Emily Simonavice, Laura Childs
Keywords
Emily Simonavice, Laura Childs
Abstract
The primary investigator seeks to identify a reliable balance training program to reduce the risk of fall and to improve balance deficits in cancer survivors, from the Georgia College Wellness & Recreation Center Survive & Thrive cancer wellness program. Cancer survivors experience muscle atrophy and deficits in their balance through their battle with cancer and the treatment process. Due to these deficits in strength and balance, this population’s daily activities are hindered and they suffer a lack of confidence in their abilities. With completion of the twelve-week balance training program the participants can possibly improve their balance, in hopes to reduce their risk of falling. Additionally, the training sessions are intended to improve the following areas: flexibility, posture & core strength, strength, balance & mobility, and cardiorespiratory endurance. The results from this study could further the research on the prevention/reduction of fall risks in cancer survivors, along with improving their quality of life.
Session Name:
Poster Presentation Session #2 - Poster #08
Start Date
4-4-2014 12:15 PM
End Date
4-4-2014 1:00 PM
Location
HSB 3rd Floor Student Commons
The Effects of Weekly Balance Training on Perceived Fall Risk & Dynamic Balance in Cancer Survivors
HSB 3rd Floor Student Commons
The primary investigator seeks to identify a reliable balance training program to reduce the risk of fall and to improve balance deficits in cancer survivors, from the Georgia College Wellness & Recreation Center Survive & Thrive cancer wellness program. Cancer survivors experience muscle atrophy and deficits in their balance through their battle with cancer and the treatment process. Due to these deficits in strength and balance, this population’s daily activities are hindered and they suffer a lack of confidence in their abilities. With completion of the twelve-week balance training program the participants can possibly improve their balance, in hopes to reduce their risk of falling. Additionally, the training sessions are intended to improve the following areas: flexibility, posture & core strength, strength, balance & mobility, and cardiorespiratory endurance. The results from this study could further the research on the prevention/reduction of fall risks in cancer survivors, along with improving their quality of life.