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Exercise Ball for Balance Training

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Catflower:
I have a friend who also had balance issues following brain surgery (not an AN though).  He said the best thing he did for his balance was to buy an exercise ball and sit on it while he watched TV, sat at his desk or anything else that required sitting in one place. 

I'm going to get one and give it a try.

Linda in WV

jerseygirl:
I thought about it but the exercise ball is so huge, where do you store it?

          Eve

Static:
My dogs would think it was for them and try to pop it!

jerseygirl:
I think I will have to explain to my youngest one that the exercise ball is not for soccer but  I am decided to get one no matter how it looks. Which one does everybody recommend? I found so many on the Net. I would appreciate any info from the users of the ball.

             Eve

aardvark:
Hi Eve -

The size you choose depends upon your height.  I think the rule of thumb is that your thighs should be parallel to the floor, though it's okay to have your hips higher than your knees, just not lower.  If you Google "balance ball sizes" you'll find lots of info.

Physical therapists would have them, or you might be able to try a variety of sizes at a gym, a sporting goods store, or a place that sells fitness equipment. 


Adrienne

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