REACTIVE BALANCE AS A KEY COMPONENT OF FALL PREVENTION IN OLDER ADULTS
Milda Žukauskienė Abstract Falls represent a major global public health concern among older adults, contributing substantially to morbidity, mortality, and reduced quality of life. Impairments in postural control are among the most significant intrinsic risk factors for falls, driven by age-related changes in sensory integration, neuromuscular function, and motor responses. While traditional research and rehabilitation…