WEIGHTED AIDS Weighted aids are specialist equipment in the therapy and rehabilitation of people with sensory integration disorders. While used, they gently pressthe body and stimulate the vestibular-proprioceptive system responsible for the ‚deep touch’. Receptors in this system are found in muscles and tendons and they provide information about the orientation of our limbs in space. According to individual needs, stimulation of proprioceptors relaxes, calms down, Weighted aids. Size XL • recommended height: 155 cm and taller • cover: Minky fabric with raised pattern in sand colour, white cotton • filling: glass balls
raises the awareness of one’s body, improves focus and concentration, limits self-stimulation and helps eliminate fear, anxiety or insecurity.The aids for sensory integration are made of fabrics distinguished for colours, design and quality. They are filled with safe glass bead granulate whose amount and weight depends on the user’s weight and height. All the products can be machine-washed at 30 degrees with light spinning, without having to remove the filling.
Weighted collar. Size XL NS2247 • dim.: 50 x 60 cm • weight: 2 kg; regulated snap buckle
Weighted vest. Size XL NS2262 • dim.: underarm width: 55 cm; length: 65 cm • weight: 4,5 kg; regulated snap buckles
Weighted duvet. Size XL NS2261 • dim.: 100 x 150 cm • weight: 5 kg
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Weighted roller NS2257
The roller is ideal for use in gymnastics, rehabilitation or yoga classes. It will also bring good results as a stress relief aid by applying gentle pressure on the body which will be especially appreciated by children with autism, hyperactivity, and sensory disorders. The filling in the form of glass microballs is safe, and the cover made of mint Minky fabric has got sensory dots. The handle on the side makes moving the roller easier. The aid is machine washable with the filling at 30 degrees with low-speed spinning. • dim.: width: 70 cm, diam.: 20 cm; weight: 5 kg
Clothes protectors NS2258
The clothes protector keeps the garments clean and dry during eating or with uncontrolled salivation. The bottom part can be fastened to create a pocket. It is made of waterproof polyester fabric which prevents liquids from soaking into the clothing and allows stains to be easily washed off. The sides and the neck is equipped with snap fasteners. • dim.: 50 x 50 cm • it can be handwashed or machine washed at 60°C
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