Effects of Circuit Training on Vestibular Dysfunctions in Geriatric Population

Abstract

Background: Maturing is followed by slow physiological changes in body structures, such as decreases in muscle strength, movement speed, response time, and changes in equilibrium and integumentary systems. Deftness is constantly compromised by maturing procedure. Aim: To determine effects of circuit training on vestibular dysfunction in geriatric population Methods: This research included 34 participants with age ranges from 50 to 85. All the participants were divided into two groups. Participants were assessed pre and post treatment by using modified CTSIB, DHI and Fukuda test. Group A received Cawthorne & Cooksey protocol. The standardized protocol consists of 4 steps that include specific exercises carried out during lying, sitting position, position of standing and walking state. These exercises were undertaken during the following 12 weeks until the end of the intervention. Results: Modified CTSIB pretreatment mean±SD for conventional group was 93.64± 20.709 and post treatment was 80.35± 30.211. On the other hand, pretreatment mean±SD for treatment group was 96.07± 15.349 and post treatment was 79.47± 25.169. Pretreatment P.value for CTSIB is .166 and of post treatment is .466 (P= > .05). DHI pretreatment mean±SD of conventional group was 41.41± 22.25 and post treatment was 20.0± 12.74. Pretreatment mean±SD of treatment group was 38.7± 22.404 and post treatment was 19.8± 16.501. Conclusion: Conventional treatment and circuit training both are equally effective for the rehabilitation of vestibular dysfunctions. However, according to the P.value (P= <.05) of Fukuda test statistically significant results are seen. That’s mean circuit training is effective for treating vestibular problems. Key words: Geriatric Population, Vestibular dysfunction, Dizziness, Modified CTSIB, DHI