What is a Wide Balance Beam?
A Wide Balance Beam is a long sturdy beam
that is elevated off the ground and has a support at each end. For years they have primarily been used in gymnastics however with the increase in
people with special needs such as Autism and Sensory Integration Disorder these simple devices have made their way into homes and therapy clinics.
For safety reasons our Balance
beams are only inches off the ground
so that way if your child steps off they won’t hurt themselves. At Affordable Therapy Solutions we try
to provide you the tools to help
your loved ones while also providing the safest
possible equipment.
Who uses them?
These days Wide Balance Beams are used by physical
therapists, occupational therapists,
and parents helping their loved ones
develop better coordination and balance through their use. Physical
Therapists use them to help people
recover from surgery or an injury to help them rebuild and regain their coordination
and strength. Occupational
Therapists use it to treat Autism or Sensory Integration Disorder.
How should I use them?
To use the Wide Balance Beam is quite simple, have your child or patient walk from one end of it to the other toe to heel and have them turn around at the end and come back without
stepping on the ground. The wider beam is great for those who are starting to build their motor skills because of the wider
beam it makes it easier for
them. It’s not a race for time across
the Balance Beam, you should take your time to gain the full benefit from it.