Damian G. Kelty-Stephen

Aging amplifies context-dependent variability in postural long-latency reflexes without enhancing reflex selectivity

Falls are the leading cause of injury-related death in older adults, yet neural mechanisms underlying age-related balance decline remain poorly understood. Long-latency reflexes (LLRs; 50−100 ms) are particularly vulnerable to aging and represent a promising target for fall prevention. We examined whether wobble-board...