SBC Safety, Contraindications, and Injury Prevention

Question 1

Which client condition is an ABSOLUTE contraindication to stability ball training?

Accepted Answer

Acute herniated disc with radiculopathy

Answer

An acute herniated disc with radiculopathy involves active nerve compression; spinal loading and unstable surface exercises can worsen the condition significantly.

Question 2

What is the maximum recommended burst weight rating for a stability ball used in a commercial fitness setting?

Accepted Answer

500 lbs

Answer

Commercial-grade stability balls should have a minimum burst resistance of 500 lbs (approximately 230 kg) to ensure safety during loaded exercises.

Question 3

Anti-burst stability balls are required in professional settings primarily because:

Accepted Answer

They deflate slowly rather than bursting suddenly, preventing falls

Answer

Anti-burst balls are designed to slowly deflate rather than suddenly explode if punctured, preventing clients from suddenly dropping to the ground and sustaining injuries.

Question 4

Before each client session, trainers should inspect the stability ball for:

Accepted Answer

Punctures, cuts, over-inflation, and surface wear that could compromise safety

Answer

Pre-session inspection for punctures, cuts, over-inflation, and surface wear is essential to ensure the ball is structurally sound and safe for client use.

Question 5

Which condition requires a physician's written clearance before beginning ANY stability ball exercises?

Accepted Answer

A client with a recent history of vertebral fracture

Answer

A history of vertebral fracture requires physician clearance because stability ball exercises impose spinal loading and instability that could risk re-fracture without medical guidance.

SBC - Stability Ball Certification Practice Test

SBC - Stability Ball Certification Practice Test

SBC Safety, Contraindications, and Injury Prevention