Occupational therapists using weighted vests with children during sessions are more likely to have more experience and advanced degrees, according to results from a survey from Mercy College and reported in a 2004 edition of “Physical and Occupational Therapy in Pediatrics.” After analyzing the data from more than 250 surveys, researchers found occupational therapists thought the vests were most effective for helping the children stay on task, stay seated and increase attention span.
Deep Pressure and Weighted Vests can be highly beneficial to some children with autism, sensory integration disorder, ADHD and other neurological disorders. Based on the sensory integration technique of deep pressure providing the child with unconscious information from the muscles and the joints, the added weight or pressure may help the child calm down and better integrate sensory information. As a result, the child may become more organized, and improve in their ability to concentrate on play, learning or eating.
Our Pressure Vests
This is a new vest at a very affordable price with all the function of vests costing twice as much. This vest is made from 2.5mm (1/10th" thick) neoprene , "adjustable" sizing with Velcro closures and is lined on both sides with 100% nylon.. This vest is offered in xsmall to large size and comes with a complete velcro back which allows greater size adjustments. The velcro back is always black regardless of the which front color you order. The velcro back is the "uloop" portion of velcro and is a soft fleece or velvet like material. The "hook" portion of the velcro is double stitched into the front section. Vest colors include: burgundy, forest green, black or the blue shown. Offered at $29.95 - $59.95
Weighted Pressure Vests
This two piece weighted vest comes in 4 sizes and is designed with both side and shoulder openings allowing great flexibility in size adjustments. The weight sets consist of 1/4 lb., 1/2 lb. or 1 lb. The weight packets are contained within pockets inside the vest. These vests are 100% cotton or stretch denim and double stitched for strength and are fully customizable with any combination of solid and print fabrics. Offered at $59.95 - $69.95 including weights.
American Made : Produced and shipped from Sycamore, Illinois
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This vest is the same as our original pressure vest but with the addition of 3 pounds of weight added to the vest. If you're torn between using a pressure vest or a weighted vest, this is the solution! Apply only pressure or add weights or both; depending on the response of your child and recommendation of your therapist. Each vest comes with 4 weight pockets in the front section and 4 weight pockets in the back section and includes 3 pounds in weight
