Did you know that proprioceptive input plays a crucial role in regulating and calming the brain? Proprioception, often referred to as the “body’s internal GPS,” provides the brain with information about where our body is in space. This sensory feedback is transmitted through specialised receptors in muscles, joints, and tendons. When children with cerebral palsy or other neurological challenges engage in activities that enhance proprioceptive input—such as deep pressure, joint compressions, or r

"Autistic children often crave vestibular and proprioceptive input due to differences in sensory processing. Sensory processing refers to the way the nervous system receives and interprets sensory information from the environment. Autistic individuals may experience sensory sensitivities or seek out sensory input to help regulate their sensory systems. Vestibular input refers to the sense of movement and balance, while proprioceptive input refers to the sense of body position and muscle activity