Balance, Strength and Mobility Assessments - Videos

Posted October 6, 2015

Here are three simple tests that healthcare providers can use to assess a patient's risk of falling. These videos are provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Timed Up and Go (TUG) Test - measures functional mobility

30-Second Chair Stand Test - measures lower limb strength

4-Stage Balance Test - measures static balance

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