Balance Exercises with Electrical Stimulation

Balance exercises can be combined with functional electrical stimulation. In this video, a 3 year old girl with a diagnosis of spina bifida is working on single leg stance exercises and stepping over an obstacle. The therapist provide distal and minimal support by the thighs, knees or ankles to provoke postural reactions which improve balance and coordination skills.

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