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Summary The effect of cervical collars on walking balance was examined in two age groups. Twenty healthy women aged 60 to 78 years and 20 aged 18 to 29 years walked on a computerised walkway with and without a cervical collar. Variability of stride width and double support time was meaured. Analysis of variance showed no significant difference (p ) between the collar and no collar conditions In any of the subjects, for either of the walking balance measures. Older women had significantly increased (p

significant positive correlation with FTSTS times (r= 0.445 to 0.576, p< 0.006). Conclusion(s): The PWT showed good to excellent intrarater, inter-rater and test-retest reliability in people with chronic stroke. The PWT times significantly correlated with motor control and functional balance strength of lower limbs, and walking speed in people with chronic stroke. Implications: The PWT is an easy-to-administer and reliable clinical test in assessing walking balance in people with chronic stroke.