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LN6 9UH
Sensory Based Exercise
Sensory based exercise – also known as sensory circuits are a structured series of physical exercises, carefully chosen to target different sensory systems within the body, the vestibular (balance and coordination), proprioceptive (sense of self-movement and force) and tactile (touch sensations).
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They are a great way in supporting an individual’s sensory diet, helping to regulate levels of alertness and readiness for learning/work, but they are also just in general a wonderful ‘tool’ to add into any individuals weekly or daily routine, so they can carry out their everyday tasks and everyday activities with increased strength, precision and ease.
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If we develop physical capabilities, we reduce the mental load required because we have supported the sensory systems of the body.​It may be that an Occupational Therapist or Physio may have prescribed/suggested developing core strength, balance and/or coordination skills, but you yourself may have spotted areas of strength or balance for everyday tasks that need to be developed – examples below.​A sensory circuit approach with sessions that are adapted to suit current capabilities and tailored to support individuals in safely pushing their limits so they progress can support in developing these skills.​
👉strength for sitting on a chair.
👉balance to walk without tripping.
👉the ability to twist to make toileting independently more manageable.
👉strength and coordination to walk up or down stairs.
👉gross and fine motor skills for writing / using cutlery.
👉coordination to dress more independently.
The circuits are organised into 3 different sections: ​
Give these a try:
1 minute per exercise.
No equipment
needed!
Movements that target all systems:
