Abstract
Postural instability is a cardinal indicator of concussion. Assessments of the postural
control system range from clinical to laboratory tests that assess the balance of
the individual. In a previous article regarding clinical assessment of balance in
adults with concussion, we reviewed the importance of balance as a component in concussion
evaluations. The purpose of this review article is to update the information previously
published in 2014. Since 2014, research has provided evidence for the incorporation
of dynamic methods for evaluating balance postconcussion with particular emphasis
on sensory system integration and dual tasking. Therefore, this review will examine
the current state of knowledge on how concussion injuries affect postural control,
advancements in evaluating balance postconcussion, such as novel eye-tracking techniques,
and current recommendations for best practices for balance assessment.
Keywords
balance assessment - postural control - dual task - gait - oculomotor
