HeavyVest

The challenge

HeavyVest helps children by:

Promoting calmness and focus through deep pressure.

Enhancing physical and sensory integration.

Supporting posture and muscle strength.

Improving balance and outcomes for children with ASD, ADHD, and SPD.

Who it helps

HeavyVest provides deep pressure therapy for children with ASD, ADHD, and SPD, helping with anxiety, focus, and sensory regulation. It should weigh 10% of the child's body weight, up to 1340g.

How it works

The vest works by:

Using adjustable, removable weight pockets for therapy needs.

Distributing weight evenly for deep pressure and self-regulation.

Offering flexibility for daily activities, school, or therapy.

HeavyVest is a customizable, durable therapeutic tool made for comfort. It features adjustable weight pockets for tailored therapy, helping reduce anxiety, improve focus, and promote relaxation in children with sensory sensitivities.

Tools needed

Measurement tool

scissors

sewing machine

scissors

set of needles

Project details

• Stage: Prototype
• Built by the TOM International Community community, Global
• Team: Karam
• Category: Outdoor, Daily Living, Therapy
• 13 downloads

The build files for HeavyVest are free to download from this page - open source, shared by TOM: Tikkun Olam Makers.

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