Effect of Balance Training with Foot Orthosis on Falling in Elderly

Background: Falls are a leading cause of injury and reduced quality of life (QoL) among the elderly.
Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the effect of balance training combined with foot orthosis versus orthosis alone on fall risk in elderly individuals.
Subjects and methods: Sixty elderly participants aged 65–75 years were randomly divided into two groups: Group A received both a balance training program and orthotic prescription, while group B received only the orthotic prescription. The intervention lasted two months with group A training three times per week. Assessment tools included the Berg Balance Scale (BBS), Timed Up and Go Test (TUGT), Dynamic Gait Index, and Tinetti Test (TT).  
Results: The results indicated significant post-intervention improvements in all measured outcomes for both groups, with group A showing significantly greater gains in balance and mobility measures (p < 0.001).
Conclusion: The findings support the effectiveness of combining balance training with foot orthosis in reducing fall risk and improving balance performance among the elderly.