These balls were originally used in the 1960's by Swiss physiotherapists (hence the name "Swiss ball") to help children with cerebral palsy improve their physical skills, including balance. Since then, physical therapists have discovered many healthful uses for the balls. In Europe and United States, Doctors have been using and developing ball exercises for therapeutic fitness since as early as 1973. A few exercises performed by these Balls include:

These balls were originally used in the 1960's by Swiss physiotherapists (hence the name "Swiss ball") to help children with cerebral palsy improve their physical skills, including balance. Since then, physical therapists have discovered many healthful uses for the balls. In Europe and United States, Doctors have been using and developing ball exercises for therapeutic fitness since as early as 1973. A few exercises performed by these Balls include: