Anton Komaini, Alimuddin, Wilda Welis, Sri Gusti Handayani, Nuridin Widya Pranoto, Muhamad Sazeli Rifki
Background. The ability to maintain a position within the limits of stability or support is called equilibrium. It is shown that the posture control system plays a vital role in maintaining balance on a small support base. Assessing balancing capabilities concisely and thoroughly becomes difficult due to the complex process. This study builds on previous efforts by reviewing various papers assessing posture balance with various mechanical tools and providing a detailed overview of standard mechanical tools used to assess posture balance. Objectives. This review aims to find the right type and tools of exercise to control posture stability. Methods. We searched the database through electronic search through various leading journals using VOSviewer to analyze bibliometrics from the Scopus database from Elsevier and Google Scholar. A literature search yielded a total of 154 related items. After conducting a more in-depth evaluation, the selected literature only mentions mechanical tools to evaluate static and dynamic balance. From the evaluation, only 12 articles met the criteria. Results. Based on the search results, only four pieces of literature are directly related to sensor-based dynamic tools for postural stability control, including inertial balance sensors, Biodex Balance Systems, force plates, and 3D Joint Kinematic sensors. Conclusions. This sensor-based dynamic balance tool effectively evaluates and practices postural stability in various areas, from medical rehabilitation to training. © 2025, Society of Aging and Physical Activity (SAPA). All rights reserved.
Sports Technology Research Center, Universitas Negeri Padang, Indonesia
