2.3.2 Five Repetition Sit to Stand Test
This test was used to evaluate the balance and muscle strengths of the lower limbs. Briefly, the subject was made to sit on a chair of an average height 43 cm (17 in) with his/her back rested, arms crossed on the chest, and feet flat on the ground. When prompted, the subject got up and sat 5 times in this position as fast as possible. The total time taken to complete this sequence determined the test result. The results >13 s indicated impaired balance.12