Vibration technology has gained popularity in the fitness world, with well-documented benefits in flexibility, range of motion, strength, and balance. But did you know it may also have therapeutic benefits for children with autism?
Vibration therapy, especially whole-body vibration (WBV), has historically been used in treating certain sensory processing challenges. At NAPA Centre, we’ve seen great results when incorporating a vibration plate for kids with autism into therapy sessions.
In fact, research suggests that whole body vibration may help decrease the number of stereotypical sensory behaviors often exhibited in children with autism. This makes vibration therapy a promising tool for supporting sensory regulation and motor development.
If your therapist determines that your child may benefit from whole body vibration therapy, they will thoughtfully integrate it into your child’s personalised therapeutic plan. Vibration plates are used selectively and strategically, based on each child’s unique needs.
Whole body vibration and the vibration machine has the potential to benefit many of our kids at NAPA, however as with any type of therapeutic intervention, not everyone is appropriate for the treatment. Ask you therapist if your child would benefit from whole body vibration.
