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OT Hack to Calm a Hyper Kid
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Why it worked
The video provides a practical, relatable solution to a common parenting challenge (managing a hyperactive child) using a simple, visual demonstration. The "steamroller" concept is memorable and the child's positive reaction adds authenticity.
Summary
This video demonstrates an "OT Hack" called the "steamroller" to help calm hyperactive children. It involves using a therapy ball to apply slow, firm pressure to a child's body, providing proprioceptive input that can help them feel more organized and settled.
Structure
- 1Introduction of the problem: hyperactive child
- 2Introduction of the solution: the "steamroller" technique
- 3Demonstration of the technique with a child
- 4Explanation of the benefits: proprioceptive input for regulation
- 5Child's positive reaction and request for more
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OT Hack to
Calm a Hyper Kid
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If your child crashes, pushes, climbs, stomps or uses WAY too much force, their body may be asking for more proprioceptive input. We call this the “steamroller.” 😂 Slow, firm pressure with a therapy ball gives deep pressure and proprioceptive input through the muscles and joints. For some sensory-seeking kids, that input can help their body feel more organized and settled. My son literally says, “This feels SO good,” and asks for the steamroller. Always supervise, avoid the head and neck, and f
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If your child crashes, pushes, climbs, stomps or uses WAY too much force, their body may be asking for more proprioceptive input. We call this the “steamroller.” 😂 Slow, firm pressure with a therapy ball gives deep pressure and proprioceptive input through the muscles and joints. For some sensory-seeking kids, that input can help their body feel more organized and settled. My son literally says, “This feels SO good,” and asks for the steamroller. Always supervise, avoid the head and neck, and follow your child’s cues. Save this one for a hyper-body moment. Follow @modernmomuniversity for practical ADHD + sensory strategies. #ADHDKids #SensorySeeking #SensoryProcessing #OccupationalTherapy #ADHDParenting
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