Create high-detail datasets to quantify your research. With Balance Mat, your research can quickly and easily gather comprehensive data from any study. With Balance Mat, gone are the days of long and laborious set-up times for testing equipment, just step on, click, wait for 20s, and step off.
What Balance Mat should I use for research balance testing?
We have designed the Balance Mat Pro - Neurometric system for research in public, private and educational facilities.
HOW MANY TESTS ARE AVAILABLE WITH THE BALANCE MAT?
Our software has been tailored and designed in conjunction with balance researchers. It includes
• Normal stance - eyes open
• Normal stance eyes closed
• Tandem stance eyes open
• Tandem stance eyes closed
• One legged – left foot - eyes open
• One legged – left foot - eyes closed
• One legged – right foot - eyes open
• One legged – right foot - eyes closed
Why should I buy the Balance Mat Pro?
• Pioneer neurometric balance research into health conditions like Alzheimer’s disease, Ataxia, Huntington’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, motor neuron disease, multiple system atrophy and progressive supranuclear palsy to name a few
• Be known as an early adopter and supporter of this world-first patented Australian technology
• Enhance your reputation as a global expert in balance research
• Enjoy the kudos your university or institution will receive from your important, cutting-edge work
How much does the Balance Mat Pro cost?
Comprising hardware (600mm x 700mm mat), operating software, USB cable and access to the Balance Mat test results system: $4,500 plus GST
When will I be able to buy the Balance Mat Pro?
The Balance Mat Pro is available for researchers now, please contact us to order.
Can I trial the Balance Mat?
Trials are available with a 10% deposit, i.e. $450 plus GST.
HOW LONG DOES A BALANCE MAT TEST TAKE?
A standard Balance Mat test goes for 20 seconds. This can be shortened at the researcher's discretion.
HOW ARE BALANCE MAT'S RESULTS RECORDED?
At the end of each Balance Mat test or set of tests the researcher has the option to upload the graph and score to the test result dashboard along with biodata comprising the name, gender, year of birth, known medical conditions and notes regarding the person whose balance is being tested. The researcher has access to the data they upload on the SIS via a unique user ID and password.
WHAT HAPPENS IF THERE’S A LARGE DEGREE OF MOVEMENT ON THE GRAPHICAL DISPLAY?
A simple retest can be taken if abnormal data points are recorded. These can be easily identified as large spikes at the beginning of a test.
HOW DETAILED IS THE DATA?
Our tests have been developed with balance researchers to comprehensively cover all relevant information that a researcher requires, including variance and RMS values along with the graph.
Is the technology certified?
The Balance Mat system was approved by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) in December 2021
Is there clinical validation for Balance Mat?
Clinical testing with more than 400 patients was performed at Hastings Medical Centre in Wauchope, NSW. This initial testing assessed the balance of each patient and at the time of writing in June 2022 a study of the correlation between diabetes and balance ability is proceeding.
Are there any peer reviewed papers available on the balance mat?
Recently the Balance Mat was validated by researchers at RMIT University and the University of Canberra against force plates and inertial sensors. Papers in the scientific literature are in preparation and the results due to appear shortly.
