What is a Round Platform Swing?
A Round Platform Swing is a tool that many occupational
therapists use to address issues
revolving around the vestibular system, visual processing, and proprioception. These swings
are perfect for use in the home and therapy
clinic and for most people theses
are used as the very foundation for Occupational
Therapy.
Here at Affordable
Therapy Solutions we strive to produce the best Round Platform Swings we can they are very durable and
can hold up to 300lbs. We also cover them in carpet for comfort and for
longevity. Our Platform Swing measures 29”.
Who uses them?
These swings used
to be exclusively available to Therapy
Clinics and Occupational Therapists
due to the high cost and limited availability.
This is no longer the case and we highly encourage the use of swings in the home because it’s a great
tool that can be used for self-calming and can encourage communication.
Our Round Platform Swing is a great tool to stimulate
various systems in our bodies that they are used to treat many different
disorders such as Autism, ADHD, Asperger’s, and Sensory Integration Disorder.
How should I use them?
The Affordable Therapy Solutions Round Platform Swing should be used with Adult supervision. You will want to start by having the child
get on the swing while it is not
moving and make sure they hold the ropes.
Start swinging slowly and gradually work your way up.
As mentioned before communication
can better be developed by periodically stopping the swinging and asking them
if they want to continue. Since it is an enjoyable event they will be more
inclined to find a way to communicate
verbally or non-verbally.