Why is the Miracle Belt™ more effective than a weighted vest?
There are a number of reasons why the Miracle Belt is more effective than a weighted vest. During development of the Miracle Belt™ many therapists shared the problems they encountered while using the weighted vest. One occupational therapist told us about how one of her ADHD clients began throwing the weight from the vest because he didn’t like the way the weighted vest felt. Due to these types of experiences with the weighted vest our consulting therapists recommended we design the Miracle Belt™ with stationary weight. Because the weighted belt is centered around the waist less weight is needed to provide effective proprioceptive feedback for sensory regulation. Therapeutic weighted belts help provide children with a solid base of support creating a stronger core which is the foundation of all movement. Many therapists have noticed how the weighted vest effects posture, especially with children who are low tone. Not only does less weight work more effectively around the wais
