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. 2016 Feb;33(2):34–38.

Table 1.

Systems Assessed for Gait and Balance Disorders

Vestibular Provides the brain and spinal cord with information on position, speed, and acceleration of the head; provides information about where the body is in relation to the ground
Visual Helps orient the body in space by referencing the objects around it
Sensory Pressure and position information to the brain and spinal cord to the joints, muscles, and tendons regarding the body motion
Muscular strength Loss of muscle mass and strength affects balance, posture, mobility, and endurance
HHS Vulnerability Disclosure