Effect of Cognitive Load on Postural Stability: OAJBS PublishersEffect of Cognitive Load on Postural Stability: OAJBS Publishers
Effect of Cognitive Load on Postural Stability by Kristyna Rusnakova in Open Access Journal of Biomedical Science
Postural
stability is the dynamics of the postural control system associated with
maintaining balance during quiet standing. Postural control during normal
upright stance in humans is a well-learned task. The control of posture is
affected by physiological factors such as the muscular and the skeletal system,
fatigue, or psychological factors such as the anxiety arousal, state of mind,
attention and cognitive load. This study investigates the effects of cognitive
load on postural stability in airborne units of czech army. Postural sway using
static posturography was assessed in 18 pilots before and after cognitive load.
Postural stability was quantified using force plate measures of center of
pressure (COP) and center of gravity (COG), cognitive load was assessed by
selected tests for spatial abilities while obstructing listening loud sound
(crying baby). Each standing trial was performed with eyes open and eyes close
for 60 s. Results showed that cognitive load led to less body sway, while
individuals had a smaller ellipse area of center of gravity after cognitive
load compared with a default situation. In conclusion, control of body sway and
cognitive functioning are to some extent related, cognitive load can arouse
concentration and can affect postural stability
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