Do you have a kid who likes to smash into things? Does he bump, jump, and flop? Does she twirl and plop? Then this crash pad will be a blast! The crash pad is a large over-stuffed pillow for jumping, falling, and landing on. The purpose of it (yes there is one—outside of just plain fun) is to provide therapy for kids with sensory integration dysfunction. The jolt of landing on the pad provides deep pressure to muscles and joints. Rolling and leaping on the pad gives vestibular input. Rubbing against fabric provides tactile input. What is sensory integration dysfunction … Continue reading →