SBC Special Populations and Modifications

Question 1

Which stability ball exercise modification is most appropriate for a pregnant client in the second trimester?

Accepted Answer

Seated pelvic tilts and gentle seated hip circles on the ball

Answer

Prone exercises on the ball

Answer

High-intensity ball slams

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Supine exercises held for extended periods

Question 2

For an older adult with reduced balance, which environmental modification is MOST important during stability ball training?

Accepted Answer

Ensure a sturdy, fixed support (wall, rail, or trainer) is within reach

Answer

Dim the lights to reduce distraction

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Use a deflated ball for all exercises

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Perform all exercises at high speed

Question 3

A client with multiple sclerosis (MS) benefits from stability ball training primarily because:

Accepted Answer

It improves balance, core strength, and proprioception, which are commonly impaired in MS

Answer

The ball maximizes spasticity

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It replaces all MS medical treatment

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It eliminates fatigue completely

Question 4

Which stability ball modification helps a client with limited shoulder mobility perform a seated overhead press safely?

Accepted Answer

Reduce the range of motion to the pain-free range

Answer

Increase weight significantly

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Force the full range of motion for faster progress

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Skip shoulder exercises entirely

Question 5

For a youth client (ages 8–12) using the stability ball, the PRIMARY safety consideration is:

Accepted Answer

Ball size selection appropriate to the child's height and close supervision

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Maximum strength development

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Maximum instability for rapid improvement

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Use of the adult-sized ball to promote growth

Question 6

Which of the following describes an appropriate stability ball exercise for a client with Parkinson's disease?

Accepted Answer

Seated ball balance with cognitive dual-task (counting backward) under supervision

Answer

High-speed reactive drills on day one

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Unassisted single-leg ball squats

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Heavy loaded ball exercises without a spotter