What is Y balance?
The Y Balance Test is a portion of the Functional Movement Systems screen used to evaluate dynamic balance and functional symmetry in order to determine a person’s risk for injury or return to sport readiness.
What is the modified Star Excursion Balance Test?
The modified Star Excursion Balance Test (SEBT) is a functional screening tool to assess lower extremity dynamic stability and neuromuscular control,9,27,35,53 encompassing lower extremity strength, coordination, balance, and flexibility.
When do you use Y balance test?
The Y Balance Test (YBT) is a tool used to test a person’s risk for injury. It can be used for both the upper quarter and lower quarter. The YBT for the lower quarter (LQYBT) has been thoroughly researched as its protocol is based on research done on the Star Excursion Balance Test.
What is the Y test?
The Y-Balance Test is a dynamic test performed in a single-leg stance that requires strength, flexibility, core control and proprioception. It has been used to assess physical performance, demonstrate functional symmetry and identify athletes at greater risk for lower extremity injury.
How much rest is needed between trials on the Star Excursion Balance?
For the PM and PL reaches, the heel is placed at the 0 mark position of the anterior-reach direction line. At the first testing station, 4 practice trials were required in each direction. Participants were afforded 5 minutes’ rest between the practice and test trials.
What is the purpose of Star Excursion Balance Test?
The Star Excursion Balance Test is a reliable measure and a valid dynamic test to predict risk of lower extremity injury, to identify dynamic balance deficits in patients with lower extremity conditions, and to be responsive to training programs in healthy participants and those with lower extremity conditions.