UDC

612.67:616–053.9:613.98

Authors

Dеmin Alexandr Viktorovich
Institute of Medical and Biological Research, Northern (Arctic) Federal University named after M.V. Lomonosov (Arkhangelsk, Russia)
Moroz Taisiya Petrovna
Institute of Medical and Biological Research, Northern (Arctic) Federal University named after M.V. Lomonosov (Arkhangelsk, Russia)
Sinitskaya Elena Yuryevna
Institute of Medical and Biological Research, Northern (Arctic) Federal University named after M.V. Lomonosov (Arkhangelsk, Russia)

Abstract

Using computer stabilometric complex «Balance Manager» a comprehensive assessment of postural control in women 60-76 years old depending on the blood pressure (BP) was carried out. It was found that among women 60-76 years old with high blood pressure (150/90 mm Hg. or higher) indicators of the balance peculiarity in trial with eyes closed together with destabilizing movement of the support surface were lower (p = 0,05), than in women of the same age with BP within the age norm. These results indicate changes of postural control mechanisms, reduced vestibular information in controlling balance. In women with high blood pressure the risk of falls is associated primarily with environmental factors, which justifies the need for broad implementation of various programs for the prevention of falls, as well as a package of measures aimed at creating a safe living environment.

Keywords

postural control, women 60-76 years old, computer stabilometric complex «Balance Manager», blood pressure, risk of falls, the rate of aging

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