The Comparative Effects of a Gluteus Medius Strength Training Program and Balance Training Program on Postural Control in adult and elder women

The purpose of this study was studying the comparative effects of a gluteus medius strength training program and balance training program on postural control in adult and elder women. this study is semi-experimental with pre-test – post-test design. Forty five elderly women (55-65 aged) participated in this study and divided randomly in three groups: gluteus medius (GM)، balanced and control. The Experimental groups performed their training program for 6 weeks and three times per week. Prior and after to starting training program، the balance measured by Berg Balance Test (BBT). Dependent t-test and ANOVA used to analyze the data (P<0/05). The results show that GM training (p=0/003) and balance training (p=0/012) improve balance significantly in elderly women. There are significant differences between GM group and control group (p=0/005) and between balance group and control group (p=0/001) but no significant different between GM and balance group (p=0/6). In conclusion، strengthening GM may improve postural control in elderly women.