NCS Balance and Gait Rehabilitation

Question 1

What systems contribute to balance?

Accepted Answer

Visual, vestibular (inner ear), and somatosensory (proprioception) systems working together

Answer

Balance requires integration of information from three sensory systems.

Question 2

What is the Berg Balance Scale?

Accepted Answer

A 14-item clinical assessment measuring static and dynamic balance abilities

Answer

The Berg Balance Scale scores from 0-56, with higher scores indicating better balance and lower fall risk.

Question 3

What is gait analysis?

Accepted Answer

Systematic study of human walking patterns to identify abnormalities and guide treatment

Answer

Gait analysis examines walking mechanics including step length, cadence, symmetry, and compensatory strategies.

Question 4

What is the Timed Up and Go (TUG) test?

Accepted Answer

A timed test of standing from a chair, walking 3 meters, turning, walking back, and sitting — screening fall risk

Answer

TUG scores over 12 seconds suggest increased fall risk in older adults.

Question 5

What are common gait deviations in neurological conditions?

Accepted Answer

Hemiplegic gait, scissor gait, festinating gait, ataxic gait, and steppage gait

Answer

Different neurological conditions produce characteristic walking patterns that help with diagnosis.

(NCS) Neurologic Clinical Specialist Practice Test