THERABAND Mini Ball, 9-Inch Pilates & Yoga Exercise Ball, Small Inflatable Core Ball for Stability, Balance, Rehab, Physical Therapy & At-Home Workouts, Soft Non-Slip Surface, New Version

This Theraband exercise ball is just exactly what I needed for some exercises that I am doing for physical therapy. It's easy to inflate, no pump is necessary. An included plastic straw is all you need to fill this with air. Insert the straw a little bit into the hole in the ball, take a deep breath and blow the ball up. You may need an additional short breath of air to completely fill the ball. The secret to not losing air once you've blown it up is to pinch the ball right underneath where the straw has been inserted into the ball to close the opening as you pull the straw out. Then while still pinching the ball, quickly insert the provided plastic plug. A second plug is also included in case you lose the first one. The ball is very grippy and has a pebbled surface. It's easy to grab and soft. Perfect for my exercises. A nice little guide is also included with a variety of exercises you can do using the ball.

I used the THERABAND mini ball during Physical Therapy. I liked it so much I decided to purchase one for home. It comes deflated, but is easy to inflate using the straw like inflating tool that is included in package. You just insert the end of the little tube into the ball opening and blow a few good breaths. Put in the plug and you're good to go. It even comes with a little exercise guide. The ball is very light and size makes it easy to store. I expect it to be very durable as the ones used in PT

Works great for my knee therapy. Not hard and does not have latex smell. I use it 3 times a week and it really helps with my therapy exercises

Excellent for neck exercises, great for shoulder strength, fairly good for knee exercises, not useful for exercises where a weighted ball is needed. I've been using for 3-4 times weekly for the last 3 months and ball condition and function remain like new. THE PROS: non-slip material works well, it is very easy to inflate fully (even with arthritis/decreased hand strength), to deflate for travel, AND to partially deflate as needed for specific exercises, great for travel with needle stored in pump and travel bag provided, everything needed is in the box! THE CONS: the material is not as thick / rugged as some PT balls and I'm worried that I may accidentally puncture it, the ball does not give quite as much resistance as I'd like, it is very light with no real weight to it and therefore only stays in position if you have pressure applied to it. NOTE: the rubbery new ball smell goes away quickly! PLUS: comes with small poster of detailed instruction on a variety (14 total) of exercises.

It's every bit of the quality and durability I have come to expect from the Theraband brand during my last 25 years as an Occupational Therapist! I especially love the material, it's kind of bumpy and grippy so it's easier to keep ahold of vs a child's play ball. It's a really nice shade of yellow as well!

I was in a car accident and this is the ball I use for therapy. It helps to strengthen my neck after whiplash (I leave it partially under inflated), I also use it to do wall pushups. It has been great, it's well made, durable and the price is good. It does have a strong smell when you first get it but it disappears in a few days. It came with a few instructions with different exercises you can do, unfortunately with my injuries, I can't do them yet but I am looking forward to it in the future. The ball has a nice texture which is great for grip.

Update: Ball tends to lose air. Once that happens, forget it! I had to pry the stopper out and ended up scratching the surrounding area. Blew in air and it will not stay in! Did this several times and now the ball is half-flat all the time. Still usable though. Subtracting two stars. Is there any ball out there that does NOT lose air? Former review: Ball was very easy to inflate (blow through straw, then add stopper); although initially I was skeptical. I was able to perform most of the exercises illustrated on the helpful poster that was enclosed. Only negative is air seems to be escaping; may need to add more soon. I really like the soft, cushy, flexible feel to the ball. This simple item of fitness equipment gave me a good workout! Recommended.

Bought five different brands of the 9in therapy ball to see which met best my needs. I didn’t even bother to open the rest. I had therapy balls before; this is top tier. Fulled inflated, of course, it meets my needs. But the most important feature, it’s competitive advantage over all other brands is if you have specific needs for a not fully inflated therapy/exercise ball. It gives you resistance, but has enough stretch for exercises that are mostly isometric but require some stretch/give to ensure the right muscles are engaged/activated. It’s anti-slip surface is also textured, making it the best choice for wall exercises. I have never regretted making TheraBrand purchase; this was not different.

Pensé que sería un problema inflar Trae su popote Muy buena calidad

Quality good

The ball is very good quality. But it is a bit difficult to seal it . You need to be very fast or it will go flat. happy with the ball.

Great for training inner quad! Would recommend to anyone

Good quality but not easy to inflate