Development of postural control and maturation of sensory systems in children of different ages a cross-sectional study.

The sample was a convenience sample of healthy school children from one metropolitan area in Brazil, so it may not represent children in other settings. The study was cross-sectional, so it compares different children at different ages rather than following the same children over time. The task was quiet standing on a force platform, so it does not describe balance during walking, play, or daily occupations. Children with neurological or musculoskeletal disorders were excluded, so the findings do not describe clinical populations. The discussion suggests clinical training uses, but the study did not test an intervention.

The authors declare no conflicts of interest.

Do not read this as evidence that a balance training programme works or that a child with these patterns has a disorder. The study measured healthy children during quiet standing and did not test treatment or compare clinical groups.