Perturbation-based balance training (PBT) is a form of reactive balance training aimed at improving reactive balance control after unexpected external perturbations.

Perturbation-based balance training (PBT; or reactive balance training or perturbation training) is balance training that uses repeated, externally applied mechanical perturbations to trigger …

Oct 6, 2022 · Here, we define PBT as balance training that uses repeated, externally applied mechanical perturbations to trigger rapid reactions to regain postural stability in a safe and …

First described as perturbation-enhanced rehabilitation, perturbation training has been found to be effective for the treatment of athletes with ACL tears (22), also termed “ACL deficiency” by …

Jun 27, 2023 · In our next blog post, we’ll return to the four cases to illustrate the differences in perturbation training program design according to fall mechanism, medical considerations, and …

Aug 9, 2025 · Perturbation-based balance training is a method that applies repeated postural perturbations with the goal of improving the client’s control of rapid balance reactions.

There are multiple valuable applications for this training technique, whether it’s for better balance (by restimulating the proprioceptors), postural control, or strength and power gains, or even to …

Dec 9, 2025 · Perturbation exercises have recently been proven to enhance the ability of the proprioceptor signals to the muscle and prevent injuries and to enhance performance.

Oct 6, 2022 · In doing so, we aim to provide a comprehensive synthesis of the current evidence on the mechanisms, feasibility and efficacy of perturbation-based balance training for …

Jul 15, 2024 · Perturbation-based balance training, also known as reactive balance training, has been gaining a lot of attention for the past years, mainly because it has been shown in …