Reference values of Functional Reach Test in Gujarati Population
Reference values of Functional Reach Test in Gujarati Population
Keywords:
Balance performance, Functional Reach test, Reference valuesAbstract
Background & Objectives: Functional reach test is used to assess dynamic balance in individuals. The objective of the study is to estimate the reference values for functional reach test in Gujarati population. Methods: Observational; cross sectional study design was conducted on 843 normal healthy individuals with age group 18-60 years. Functional reach measured with subject standing next to the wall (without touching it), with shoulder flexed to 90°, elbow fully extended with hand full fist. Initial marking is made at the position of 3rd metacarpal along the yardstick on the wall. Subject is then instructed to lean as far forward as possible without taking a step or losing balance. Second marking is then made again using 3rd metacarpal as reference along the yardstick on the wall. The difference between two markings is the forward reach distance used for functional reach test. Results: Reference range for males is 9 – 19 inches and females is 7 – 17 inches. Negative correlation (Ï = -0.25) between functional reach and age whereas a positive correlation (Ï = 0.47) between functional reach and height. Interpretation & Conclusion: Norms for functional reach test has been established for Gujarati population. Age and Height are the contributory factors affecting functional reach. [Rathod S Natl J Integr Res Med, 2019; 10(1):21-24]
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