Somatron Vibrotactile Tubby Ball Pool



The Beach Boys had it right when they sang about "Good Vibration." Stimulating our senses of touch, hearing and sight can make us feel alive, awake and vibrant. This beneficial stimulation is even more important for those with special needs and physical disabilities. Recreational therapists have known for years that play sharpens the senses and increases feelings of well-being, especially in children with conditions such as motor delays and autism.

One well documented, successful therapy designed to stimulate the senses in disabled children is Vibroacoustic Therapy. Originally developed in the early '80s, Vibroacoustic Therapy converts music to a whole body tactile sensation with soothing and stimulating sound vibrations. In a sense, it produces an "internal massage" by sending music through a vibroacoustic device that the patient sits or lays upon. Clinical trials using this therapy have been shown in some cases to reduce muscular tension, increase circulation in extremities, reduce stress and improve range of motion.

The Somatron Vibrotactile Tubby Ball Pool offered by Rehabmart, offers an inviting and fun sensory stimulation experience. As children immerse themselves in a pool of clear vibrating balls, they feel the comforting effects of gentle music through their entire body while softly changing multicolored lights shine around them.  

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This ball pool provides the relaxation and recreation that can be found in backyard pools but with none of the danger, inconvenience or mess.  The Somatron Vibrotactile Tubby Ball Pool is constructed of sturdy, padded bacteria resistant vinyl that is fluid proof, fire resistant, non-allergenic and self-deodorizing. A removable floor pad is covered in "Staph Chek" hospital grade material. It can be connected easily to any stereo or DVD/TV that is rated from 20 to 200 watts of power.

The Somatron Vibrotactile Tubby Pool  allows a child's body to feel music that is normally only heard. It is a full-body experience that engages all the senses while providing stimulation and relaxation that is so important to foster in special needs children. The Tubby Ball Pool allows a child to have fun and escape the world around them for a few moments while providing valuable therapeutic benefits. What could be better than those good vibrations?
 
To view other great Vibroacoustic Therapy Products, visit Vibroacoustic Therapy Products.
 
 
Rachel Huber, Medical Consumer Writer
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Hulet Smith, OT
RehabMart Team Leader & CEO