Information about balance trainers

Which balance trainer is best suited for therapeutic goals?

Balance pads are ideal for to balance training and proprioception exercises following ankle injuries. Balance beams are the better choice for dynamic stability and gait rehabilitation after knee or hip surgery. Wobble boards and therapy gyroscopes place greater demands on the vestibular system and are used for advanced patients or in sports settings.

In physical therapy, we primarily use balance pads for rehabilitation following ankle sprains and to prevent falls in older patients. The soft foam mats reduce the base of support and activate the deep stabilizers. Balance beams are used with patients who have neurological conditions, as they help train walking along a narrow line and improve core stability. Therapeutic gyroscopes are valued in sports physical therapy because they enable multidimensional movements and train reactive stabilization.

Our product range includes three price categories: basic balance pads and foam mats for , multifunctional training equipment with varying levels of difficulty for daily for , and professional balance board systems with adjustable settings for therapy centers.

Airex manufactures its balance pads from a special foam that retains its cushioning properties even after years of intensive use. TOGU uses a patented air chamber system in its therapy balls, allowing the level of difficulty to be adjusted by varying the air pressure. SISSEL on ergonomic designs that remain comfortable even during longer exercise sessions.

What is the difference between a balance pad and a balance beam?
Balance pads have a rectangular surface area of approximately 50 x 40 cm are used while standing. Balance beams are narrow beams designed to train walking on a reduced contact surface. Both complement each other in therapy: pads for , beams for training.

What thickness should I look for in balance pads?
Pads that cm 6 cm are sufficient for physical therapy for . They provide enough instability for . Thinner versions are suitable for with severely limited stability, while thicker ones are for athletes.

Can balance trainers be used for patients with dizziness?
Yes, but only after a medical evaluation and with appropriate safety measures in place. In vestibular rehabilitation, we start with firm balance boards and gradually progress to a soft surface. Handrails nearby are mandatory.

How many patients can be treated with a balance pad per day?
High-quality foam pads can withstand 15–20 therapy sessions per day without any loss of quality. They should be able to fully return to their original shape between treatments. A quick disinfection is sufficient between patients.

Are inflatable or solid balance trainers better?
Solid foam equipment requires less maintenance and is easier to clean hygienically. Inflatable models allow you to adjust the difficulty level, but require regular pressure checks. for with many different patient groups, adjustable systems are more practical.

What Size I Size for ?
for , we recommend one balance trainer for every two participants, since the exercises are usually performed in turns. Standard-size balance pads are sufficient, as partner exercises are also possible.

At our showroom in Zurich, you can try out all of our balance trainers for yourself and get advice from our physical therapy team. For orders placed by 5 p.m., we deliver throughout Switzerland the next business day, with free shipping on orders of CHF 50 or more.