Proprioception / Heavy Work at Home — Simple Activities, Big Benefits | Sweet Waters OT
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Proprioception / Heavy Work at Home
Simple Activities, Big Benefits
What is Proprioception?
- Proprioception is the information our muscles and joints send to the brain about where our body is and what it is doing.
- Heavy work activities — those that give deep pressure to muscles and joints — help children feel calmer and more focused, improve body awareness and coordination, manage big emotions, and support better sleeping patterns.
Easy activities to try at home
- Jump over obstacles
- Wheelbarrow walking
- Crab walking
- Push heavy boxes
- Carry the groceries
- Animal walks
- Push or pull
- Help with chores
- Playground play
- Build and create
NB: Avoid spinning and excessive rotation — this can be alerting to the nervous system.