Arterial stiffness and augmentation index are associated with balance function in young adults.
Burak T CilhorozAndrew R HeckelJacob P DeBloisAllison KellerJacob J SosnoffKevin S HeffernanPublished in: European journal of applied physiology (2022)
Vascular function is associated with balance function in young adults independent of physical fitness. Increased arterial stiffness may negatively influence balance, while wave reflections may be protective for balance.