Sensory Direct Adjustable Weighted Blanket

The Sensory Direct Adjustable Weighted Blanket has excellent dual-versatility as an ASD and RLS management aid and as a calming throw for improving relaxation and calm when sat on the sofa. Perfect for older children and adults who find proprioceptive feedback helps manage their ASD, the Sensory Direct Weighted Blanket is available in a massive six different sizes.

What's Included?

• 1 x Weighted Blanket

Why Choose Sensory Direct?

Sensory Direct have made it their mission to design and manufacture products tailored to meet the specific unique needs of individuals with autism and other similar conditions. Unlike other brands that make multifunctional equipment that isn't directly suited for these conditions, Sensory Direct are committed to meeting the unique needs of individuals with sensory and proprioceptive related issues.

What's Special About the Sensory Direct Adjustable Weighted Blanket?

The Sensory Direct Adjustable Blanket sets itself apart from other weighted blankets in its use of weighted pockets that facilitate the addition or removal of weight as and when required. This allows you to add or remove weight depending on your or your child's unique needs and requirements.

How Does a Weighted Blanket Work?

Perfect for use in bed or for promoting relaxation on the sofa, weighted therapy helps induce a sense of calm and security in individuals with ASD. Weighted contact helps induce proprioceptive feedback in individuals with ASD which is an excellent stress and anxiety management tool.

A Weighted Blanket is a must have tool for managing sleep related stress and anxiety

What Is Proprioceptive Feedback?

Proprioceptive feedback refers to how an individual feels their own body in relation to things around them. Individuals with ASD often feel their body is tense and requires some sort of contact with something else.

This can unfortunately result in injury if not addressed correctly. The Sensory Direct Weighted Blanket provides a safe mechanism for inducing proprioceptive feedback, which helps induce a sense of calm when anxiety and restlessness strikes.

Sizing Information for the Sensory Direct Weighted Blanket

The Sensory Direct Adjustable Weighted Blanket is available in six different weights. To find the right one for you or your child, simply take your weight and select your blanket based on the information in the table below.

Please note experts advise that a weighted blanket should not exceed 10% of the users body weight. 

Dimensions

Please view the information below to see how big the Sensory Direct Weighted Blanket is:

• (L) 200cm x (W) 135cm

Which Conditions Can a Weighted Blanket Help Manage?

Weighted blankets are scientifically proven to help induce a sense of calm and safety in individuals with certain conditions. This makes them a great tool for managing the following conditions: 

• ADHD
• ADD
• Anxiety
• ASD
• Autism
• Hyperactivity
• Insomnia
• Proprioceptive Conditions
• Restlessness
• Sensory Conditions

How Does Weighted Therapy Help Manage ASD?

• Promotes a calming effect in moments where the individual is overwhelmed
• Encourages relaxation by applying gentle weight to the legs and body
• Can help relieve anxiety and stress when a meltdown occurs
• Eases transitions when it's time for bed
• Proprioception helps prevent meltdowns and repetitive behaviours

Class 1 Medical Rating

The Sensory Direct Weighted Blanket is registered as a "Class 1" medical device with the MHRA (Medicines & Healthcare Regulatory Agency). This makes it perfect for use in clinics, doctors surgeries, hospitals and homes where assurance and accreditation are needed in order to meet professional standards.

Washing Instructions

Machine washable up to 60°C