Deep Pressure Vests apply compression and deep pressure to the wearer, offering proprioceptive feedback to the body and shoulders.
Made from a neoprene body wrap with two shoulder straps, the vest can be adjusted to give a tight, reassuring “hug” to the body.
Available in three sizes :
- SMALL – bodywrap 60cm x 20cm, shoulder straps 35cm (ages 3-7 approx)
- MEDIUM – bodywrap 81cm x 25cm, shoulder straps 40cm (ages 7 -14 approx)
- LARGE – bodywrap 103cm x 28cm, shoulder straps 51cm (older children, teens and adults)
No weight is used – instead a deep pressure is applied to the body by the wrapping of the vest around the body and over the shoulders.
Good for:
- Deep pressure stimulation has been found to reduce cortisol levels, leading to a decrease in anxiety and stress.
- Deep pressure can also promote the release of oxytocin, often referred to as the “cuddle hormone.” By increasing oxytocin levels, deep pressure fosters a sense of safety and comfort, reducing anxiety and promoting emotional well-being.
- Deep pressure also enhances proprioception, the body’s sense of its position and movement. Proprioceptive input provides a sense of security, grounding, and stability. By stimulating the proprioceptive system, deep pressure can help individuals feel more connected to their bodies, reducing feelings of dissociation often associated with anxiety.
- Challenging and sensory seeking behaviours are often reduced with the application of deep pressure.
- Can be worn discreetly under a jumper
