BENEFITS OF REBOUND THERAPY
Rebound therapy is suitable for most people. See below for just some of the potential benefits that can be achieved : -
Health
There are many possible health benefits including those linked to: -
- Management of high tone
- General muscle strength
- Core strength
- Posture
- Mobility
- Balance & co-ordination
- Proprioception
- Range of movement
- Respiratory function
- Bowel function
- General fitness
- Weight management
- Falls prevention
- Mental health
Social
Rebound therapy promotes social interactions and can help to: -
- Increase verbal communication
- Improve eye contact
- Promote positive physical interaction
- Reduce tactile defensiveness
- Develop waiting skills
- Teach turn-taking
- Help in managing challenging behaviours
Educational
Time on the trampoline can be used creatively and help participants to learn: -
- Social skills
- Colours
- Numbers
- Words
- Objects of reference
- Signs/symbols
- Songs
- Patterns or routines