Vestibular Toys & Tools for Kids with Sensory Differences 

Sensory vestibular therapy tools are toys that are designed to engage a child's vestibular system. These tools typically involve movement, such as swinging, spinning, or rocking. The vestibular system plays a important role in balance and coordination. By engaging this system through sensory vestibular tools, children can improve their balance and coordination skills.

Sensory vestibular tools can help them become more aware of their body's position in space. In today's sedentary lifestyle, it is essential to encourage physical activity in children. Sensory vestibular tools offer a fun and engaging way to promote movement and exercise.

Sensory vestibular can benefit all children. Sensory differences refer to individuals who experience sensory processing issues or disorders, such as autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), or sensory processing disorder. Sensory therapy swings are designed to provide a safe and comfortable space for children to swing and spin, promoting their vestibular development. 

Balance Boards can be beneficial for a child's balance and coordination while providing a fun and enjoyable way to play.

Sit and Spin Toys  allow children to spin around while sitting, stimulating their inner ear's balance mechanism.

Jumping on a trampoline can provide a whole-body sensory experience, helping to improve balance, coordination, and muscle strength.

Children with sensory differences, their vestibular system can be under or over-responsive and can cause difficulties with balance, coordination and spatial awareness. 

Resources For Parents 

Griffin Occupational Therapy  How our Vestibular System works and why this is important for learning.

Centre For Autism  Vestibular: Over Responsive - Best Practice: Sensory

Ready Kids Occupational Therapy   Sensory Toys For Toddlers: Benefits & What To Use Them For?

Occupational Therapy Helping Children   The Vestibular System - Occupational Therapy Helping Children

Hope Kids OT  Vestibular Sensory System Part 1 - Hope Kids Occupational Therapy

Chicago Occupational Therapy   Fun Vestibular Activities Using Items You Have at Home | Chicago Occupational Therapy

Theraplay 4 Kids   Sense of Movement and Balance: Development of the Vestibular System — TheraPlay 4 Kids

OT Park   Sensory Diet - OT Park - Skills For Life

DISCLAIMER: I have learned a lot over the years but I am still learning. Always do your own research and exercise sound judgment. I am not an occupational therapist or a physician. I am an adult who has sensory processing disorder, a sensory parent and a Grandma. The information on this website is not medical advice and does not replace the information that your child's therapists or medical professionals give you. These are just ideas that I have learned myself over the years of being a parent and an adult living with SPD. If you are concerned for your child, please always seek medical attention through a family doctor, pediatrician or therapist. This website is for awareness purposes only. Each child is different and what works for one child may not for another because all children have different sensory needs. Please always consult with a medical professional. Click on links throughout each page for more resources and information. Click here for more resources https://sensoryprocessingdisorderparentsupport.com/sensoryprocessingdisorderresources

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Sensory Vestibular Tools & Toys