The Nest Swing Birdie is a versatile piece of playground equipment designed to promote the development of key occupational therapy goals.
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Sensory Integration:
- Vestibular Input: The swinging motion provides dynamic vestibular stimulation, enhancing balance, coordination, and spatial awareness.
- Proprioceptive Input: Gripping the ropes and maneuvering within the swing provides deep pressure input, which enhances body awareness and sensory regulation.
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Gross Motor Skills:
- Strength: Swinging requires core and upper body strength, particularly for initiating and maintaining the swinging motion.
- Coordination: Coordinating movements to swing safely and efficiently requires fine and gross motor coordination and dynamic balance.
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Social Interaction:
- Cooperative Play: The design of the nest swing allows for potential social interaction and shared play experiences.
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Play and Engagement:
- Intrinsic Motivation: The inherent enjoyment of swinging provides intrinsic motivation for children to engage in physical activity.
- Occupational Performance: Swinging enhances a child's ability to participate in play activities and develop gross motor skills, which are crucial aspects of occupational performance.
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Design Considerations:
- Durability and Safety: The use of durable armed rope, stainless steel chains, and high-quality hardware ensures durability and safety.
- Inclusivity: Designed for both children and adults, this swing promotes inclusivity and encourages shared play experiences.
This Nest Swing Birdie is a valuable tool for promoting sensory integration, gross motor development, and social interaction in a variety of settings, including parks, school playgrounds, and group homes.
Note: This description emphasizes the therapeutic potential of the Nest Swing Birdie within an occupational therapy framework, highlighting key features such as its impact on sensory integration, gross motor skills, social interaction, and overall occupational performance. It utilizes more precise and professional terminology, such as "vestibular stimulation," "proprioceptive input," and "occupational performance."
Disclaimer: This description is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Consult with a qualified occupational therapist or other healthcare professional for personalized recommendations.
Product Feature:
· Size: 1.20m Diameter
· Steel ring wrapped with shock absorbing rope
· Stainless steel Shackles
· Webbing and suspension ropes in armed rope (Ø 16 mm)
· Aluminium clip rings.
· Max weight 600kg
· To be hung from a max height of 2.4m