BALANCE BALL, Ø 65 cm (Bobath)
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BALANCE BALL
Definition
An elastic ball filled with air to a diameter of approximately 35 to 85 centimeters (14 to 34 inches) and intended to be used as an unstable surface on which to perform exercise to improve balance and posture. In contrast to exercising on a hard flat surface, the instability of the ball engages more muscles to maintain balance; it may also improve the strength and flexibility of muscles over time. The core body muscles, the abdominal and back muscles, are typically the focus of physical therapy programs that utilize this device which is also referred to as a Swiss ball, birth ball, Pilates ball, and body ball.
Specifications
open article: "bobath" is a methodology and not a brand name
Technical specifications
- Material: dense PVC
- Inflatable
- Different colours are available
- Different sizes
- EPHYBABA55- = 55 cm Ø
- EPHYBABA65- = 65 cm Ø
- EPHYBABA75- = 75 cm Ø
Stability balls are sized by the ball's diameter in centimeters according to a person's height.
When you sit on the ball, both feet should be flat on the floor, and your knees should be bent at 90-degree angles. If you're buying your exercise ball online and can't test it out, buy one based on your height. The following exercise balls roughly relate to your height:
- If you're shorter than 155 cm, try a 45 cm ball.
- If you are 155 to 170 cm, choose a 55 cm ball.
- If you are 173 to 185 cm, choose a 65 cm ball.
- If you're taller than 188 cm, choose a 75 cm ball.
Supplied with the Article
The ball often comes will a ball plug, a ball plug remover and an adapter that can be used with a bike pump.
Instructions for use
Precautions for Use
Never inflate your ball greater than its labeled maximum diameter
MSF requirements
Balls for treating motor disorders in children and adults, particularly patients with cerebral palsy and other neuro-motor developmental disorders.
The therapy will analyse the patient's muscle tone, posture and movement, and then help them to normalise their muscle tone and improve their movement and posture through specific exercises and appropriate handling. The aim of the treatment will be to help the patient progress and expand their motor repertoire; and in cases where the patient retains a disability, the treatment will help them to achieve the greatest possible independence.