Fitness
Tandem Stand Balance Screen
A tandem stand balance screen is a heel-to-toe stand up to thirty seconds— a simple check that guides when to add balance training.
A tandem stand balance screen places one foot directly in front of the other, heel to toe, for up to thirty seconds near a counter or wall—used in clinical batteries and quick home checks. Shorter holds or needed arm support suggest balance training should escalate before falls occur.
Practice on both sides; eyes open first, then clinician-guided progressions.
Common questions
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How long should you hold a tandem stand?
Aim up to thirty seconds without stepping out or heavy arm support. If you cannot reach ten seconds, add daily balance drills and discuss falls history with a clinician.
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