
Why we know this works!
Why we know this works!
We love these exercise balls because as occupational therapy practitioners (OTPs) we use them in the clinic every day to wake up the core and postural muscles that hours of soft recliner sitting put to sleep. What size exercise ball do you need? Pick the one that lets you sit with hips and knees at right angles: the 22-inch ball suits users about 5 foot 0 to 5 foot 5, and the 26-inch fits about 5 foot 6 to 6 foot 0. The ABS extra thick version holds up to 600 pounds and deflates slowly instead of bursting if punctured, the safer choice for heavier use or intensive therapy.
They are especially useful for people working on core strength, posture, and balance during recovery, and they double as an active seat that keeps your trunk working while you sit. If sitting unsupported feels unsteady, use the ball near a wall with someone close by, or build strength from a sturdy chair with Resistance Bands first.
Get Help from an Occupational Therapist!
Find an Occupational Therapist →
Aaron Anderson
OTR/L, ECHM
OTR/L
LENEXA,KS
ArthritisCardiac RecoveryChronic Pain
Accepting clientsVirtualIn-home

Brandy Archie
OTD, OTR/L, CLIPP
OTR/L
Kansas City,MO
ArthritisCardiac RecoveryChronic Pain
Accepting clientsVirtualIn-home

Jennifer Holt
OTR/L, CLCP, FIG LCP-C, CFPS, CGCS, ECDC
OTR/L
Las Vegas,NV
Dementia / Alzheimer'sFall Prevention & BalanceGeneral Aging
Accepting clientsVirtualIn-home

Not sure what you need?
An occupational therapist can assess your situation and recommend exactly what will help. Tell us what you're dealing with and we'll connect you with the right OT.
Related Products
-
Fall Prevention Starter Kit
Regular price $57.99Regular priceUnit price per$68.92Sale price $57.99Sale -
Tall Walker Rollator
Regular price $268.00Regular priceUnit price perSale price $268.00 -
Raised Toilet Seat with Handles – Soft-Close, 3-Inch Riser for Seniors
Regular price $134.95Regular priceUnit price per$168.95Sale price $134.95Sale -
Wireless Bed Alarm for Elderly – Fall Prevention Bed Exit Sensor
Regular price From $109.20Regular priceUnit price perSale price From $109.20 -
Early-Alert Bed Alarm – Patented Pre-Exit Sensor for Fall Prevention
Regular price From $119.95Regular priceUnit price per$144.95Sale price From $119.95Sale