Berg Balance Scale - smcfallprevention.org 2026

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The Berg Balance Scale is a 14-item assessment tool designed to evaluate balance in older adults within clinical settings. It utilizes a five-point ordinal scoring system, with a maximum score of 56, indicating varying levels of fall risk. The scale requires specific equipment and takes approximately 15-20 minutes to complete. Validity studies suggest a cutoff score of 45/56 for safe ambulation, with recommendations for a lower cutoff of 40/56 to better assess fall risk.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the Berg Balance Scale in the editor.
Begin by entering the participant's name, date, location, and rater information at the top of the form.
Proceed to each item description. For each task, follow the provided instructions carefully. Score each item based on the participant's performance using the scale from 0 to 4.
Document scores for all 14 items in their respective fields. Ensure that you record the lowest response category that applies for each item.
After completing all items, calculate the total score at the bottom of the form. This will help determine fall risk levels.

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