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Develop your understanding of PROPRIOCEPTION in this chapter.
Children who are clumsy, uncoordinated, and sensory seeking are often experiencing some degree of proprioceptive dysfunction. Products in this section have been chosen for their ability to help with the concept of body awareness. Any product that encourages reaching, or helps with positioning or balance will also have this benefit, try COGNITION for building blocks, MOTOR for balance, and MSE for beanbags.
Proprioception makes up a large part of sensory therapy. But, what is it and how does it work? Proprioception is, essentially, an awareness of one’s own body; its movement, balance and how all parts relate to one another. The body’s Proprioception is controlled by receptors (in skin, muscles, and joints) that connect with the brain through the nervous system. This system ensures that, even without seeing, a person knows what his or her body is doing.
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