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OT Guidelines for Weighted Vests

Published Jul,13 2011 | By Lisa R. House

Weighted vests provide deep pressure therapy to calm the nervous system, promoting trunk stability and reducing self-stimulatory behaviors. Effective use requires understanding sensory processing disorders, weight distribution, and guidelines for adults and children with autism, ADHD, and other conditions.

Based in New York City, Lisa R. House has been actively involved in the health and fitness industry for more than 20 years. She is a Tough Mudder Finisher, triathlete, ballroom dancer and former fitness competitor. Her certifications include Zumba and NASM. She holds a Master of Science in nursing from The Ohio State University and a Juris Doctorate from Capital University Law School.