#178 - Motion Sickness Toolkit From a Sensory Perspective

Motion sickness is caused when your brain can't make sense of the information sent from your eyes, ears, and body. Many of us have experienced motion sickness at some point in our lives and many of us experience it frequently. This episode is full of helpful tips and tricks related to motion sickness! We talk about using a variety of sensory strategies including olfactory strategies, oral motor and gustatory strategies, and of course proprioceptive strategies. We also chat about the vestibular system and completing different programs that may be beneficial for those experiencing motion sickness, including the Astronaut Training Program.If you, your child, your client, or someone you know experiences motion sickness or gets sick during movement based tasks, this episode is for you!Key Points From This Episode:Learn about what motion sickness is.How to use oral motor input and sensory stimulation to overcome motion sickness.Why proprioceptive input like weighted blankets can help with more than just motion sickness.Learn the best multi-sensory processing activities combining movement, vision, and auditory input.Strategies for regulating your nervous system using proprioceptive work.For you to benefit from these activities, consistency is key!Find out how to identify and avoid vestibular overstimulation. Remember, everyone is different!Be sure to check out the show notes on our blog at  Harkla.Co/Podcast.Brought To You By HarklaThis podcast is brought to you by Harkla.  Our mission at Harkla is to help those with special needs live happy and healthy lives. We accomplish this through high-quality sensory products, child development courses, & The Harkla Sensory Club.Podcast listeners get 10% off their first order at Harkla with the discount code "sensory". Head to Harkla.co/sensory to start shopping now.Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:HarklaAll Things Sensory on InstagramAll Things Sensory on FacebookThe Astronaut Training Program from Vital LinksThe Listening Program from Advanced Brain Technologies

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Rachel Harrington and Jessica Hill, are two passionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants who answer your questions related to all things sensory, occupational therapy, parenting, self-care, nutrition, and health, from a therapist’s perspective. Providing raw, honest, fun ideas, and strategies, for parents and families to implement into daily life. Great for those who work with children with sensory processing disorder, special needs, autism, and ADHD. This podcast is brought to you by Harkla. At Harkla, our goal is to help those with special needs live happy and healthy lives.