Vestibular function modulates the impact of nGVS on postural control in older adults.

摘要

n = 24) or the sham group ( n = 12). In the nGVS group, 12 participants had normal vestibular function and 12 had vestibular impairment. Static postural control was assessed prior to stimulation, during stimulation, and immediately following 30?min of nGVS. Results showed that nGVS induced a significant improvement in sway velocity ( P P P P P P NEW & NOTEWORTHY The present study is the first study to investigate the impact of vestibular function on the improvement of postural control induced by nGVS in older adults and to compare the improvement of postural control of older adults with and without vestibular impairment. Our results also suggest that nGVS is beneficial for all older adults, and even more for those with a vestibular impairment. Therefore, it could be an approach to reduce falls.