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The Miracle Belt™ is a weighted
therapy belt for infants and children weighing less than 75 pounds. |
The Sensory Belt™ is a weighted
therapy belt for children, teens, & adults weighing more than 75 pounds. |
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| Weighted Sensory Products for Families, Teachers, & Therapists! |
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Weighted sensory products provide proprioceptive input creating stability, increased body awareness, and calming benefits for improved attention, focus, and concentration. Weighted sensory products, particularly the weighted belt, have been found to help improve posture and create a stable base in children who are low tone. Weighted sensory products help meet the needs of children with Autism, Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Angelman syndrome, Apraxia, Aspergers syndrome (AS), Ataxia, Cerebral Palsy, Down syndrome, Dyslexia, Fetal Alcohol syndrome (FAS), Hypotonia, Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD-NOS), Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS), Rett syndrome, Sensory Integration Disorder (SID), and Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD). Weighted sensory products are effective in calming overly stimulated children with sensory needs.
The Miracle Belt™ is one of the most effective weighted sensory products for children with sensory needs. The Miracle Belt™ is a pediatric weighted therapy belt providing sensory therapy benefits for infants and children weighing less than 75 pounds. The Sensory Belt™ is one of the most effective weighted sensory products for teens and adults with sensory needs. The Sensory Belt™ is a weighted therapy belt providing sensory therapy benefits for children, teens, and adults weighing more than 75 pounds. Every weighted sensory product purchased includes a 30 Day Money Back Guarantee. |
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| - Testimonials - |
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"When comparing the Miracle Belt
to a weighted vest, the belt is far superior! Weighted vests are cumbersome and the weights do not sit
evenly which can jeopardize the benefits of the input they are intended to provide.
Therapeutically, it makes sense to provide the weight at the center of the trunk,
because this is where movement stability and movement patterns come from."
Kelly Beins,Occupational Therapist OTR/L |
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"Using the Miracle Belt is like having an
extra pair of hands. The calming effect of the belt allows for improved interaction and focus.
The belt is helpful for all situations: Home, School or Therapy."
Ouida Wellenberger,Physical Therapist |
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"During my sessions
I've been using the Miracle Belt with a 5 year-old girl with the diagnosis
of Down syndrome. The belt has helped keep her more focused and on task. She
is much calmer and
easier to work with when wearing the belt. When I took the belt off of her, she
tried to put it back on, indicating to me that the benefit of the belt was apparent
to her. I'm very pleased with the Miracle Belt."
Tamara Griffith,Speech Therapist |
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"The Miracle Belt is often worn by several
of my students for short periods of time to help them calm down and be able to focus on their
assigned tasks. Some of the students will go and get the belt themselves when they feel the need
for the weight provided by the belt."
Jane Foppe MEd,Autistic Spectrum Disorder Teacher |
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"As a primary care pediatrician I have
been truly impressed by the therapeutic benefit of the Miracle Belt. The Miracle Belt has
assisted several of my patients
with proprioceptive deficits as well as those with poor truncal tone to achieve significant
milestones such as sitting, walking and climbing steps. I would urge therapists and physicians
working with children with these types of special healthcare needs to consider a therapeutic
trial with the Miracle Belt."
Dr. Patricia J. Blanco, M.D.,Primary Care Pediatrician |
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"I have definitely seen a difference in my clients that have
been wearing the belts. I have used the Miracle Belt on 5 different clients and seen greater stability in their
pelvis creating more balance and less shifting.
I have also been able to adjust the tilt of their pelvis by the placement of the weight either in front or behind.
I have also used the belt for simply what it is - weight - giving the client more resistance to strengthen their
legs."
Missy Delaney MEd,Program Manager at Freedom Ride, Inc. |
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"The Miracle Belt has had an amazing effect on my son! The belt calms him down
and allows him to be better focused so he is able to sit and color,
play games, etc. without extraneous movement. At seven years old my son asks for his belt because he knows it's helping him. Every
child who has Sensory Integration Disorder should have one of these."
Marijane Farr,Mother of a Child with PDD-NOS & SID |
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"Wearing the Miracle Belt was the first time my
grandson sat quietly through dinner
in 10 years. He asked to take the belt to school because it "holds him down" and he is able to
concentrate better."
Barbara Harle,Grandmother of a Child with ADHD |
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"I would love for you all to know that my husband & I, as well as our family
and friends are VERY impressed with the results from the Miracle Belt.
Landon has several neurological problems that start from Epilepsy, SID, and as well as a cyst on his occipital lob. He has not been
diagnosed yet but they think he might also be on the spectrum of Autism. Landon does many things from sitting and spinning his head,
being very uncomfortable in unfamiliar places, to just constantly squalling all the time. With the Miracle Belt he is a calm and
well behaved little two year old. His screaming and spinning is 98% better. My son's Neurologist was so impressed by the belt and
is going to start recommending them to his patients. A MILLION THANKS TO ALL WHO MAKE IT POSSIBLE FOR THE ONES IN NEED!."
Wendy Tipps,Mother of a child with Epilepsy and SID |
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"Since Pacsun has been wearing the Miracle Belt his balance
has improved plus he is able to walk with his walker with minimal assistance."
DeAnna Nichols,Mother of a Child with Cerebral Palsy |
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"We have tried many things over the years to help in our son's
development. At 10 years of age he was unable to walk unassisted. We knew the problem was his balance. After reading
about the Miracle Belt in the newspaper, we immediately ordered one online. Our son is now walking all around the house
without any help. In fact, he constantly surprises us when he just walks into the room. We've dreamt of this moment for
ten years. So, in our mind, the Miracle Belt truly is a miracle!"
Drs. Frank and Lisa Lanzisera,Parents of a Child with Down Syndrome |
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"Hi! I just wanted to let you know that we received our Miracle
Belt last week. Coincidentally, my son had a horrible day and was very emotionally sensitive and upset. We put on his
"happy belt" and there was an immediate difference. He laid on the floor and colored for a good hour and
seemed "different" and calmer.
Andrea Staves,To be perfectly honest with you, I really thought it was going to be another waste of my money, like all the other stuff I have purchased, but this thing really is amazing!" Mother of a Child with SID |
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"The Miracle Belt has proven helpful through many of my treatment
sessions. The belt is useful for both calming and enhancing sensory input. I love that it is easy to put on and take off, it gives the
input where it's needed most (at the core), and the kids don't mind wearing it. I've tried to use a pressure vest with various kids and
they refuse to wear it, I think because it's intimidating or too overwhelming
for them. Or, the pressure vest just doesn't seem to make a noticeable difference. The Miracle belt however is less threatening to a
young child. They can put it on themselves and it doesn't get in the way of the activity they are trying to do. One little boy I use it
with, likes that it's quiet. I think he is hypersensitive to the sound of the velcro fasteners on the vest, but the belt has no velcro
to fasten so it's a quick and quiet on and off!
Kelly Beins,Occupational Therapist OTR/L |
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"My grandson was quite pleased to wear the Miracle Belt and
seemed to think he was singled out for special treatment.
He wore the belt for about 10 minutes, stayed calm the entire time, and we were able to refocus his attention and get him out of
his overly stimulated spiral."
Katherine Walker MEd,Grandmother of a Child with Autism |
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"We have just begun using the Miracle
Belt with our four year old daughter who has Down syndrome. She does
seem to have better balance and coordination while wearing the belt.
We are working on going up and down stairs and she has exhibited more
confidence with the belt on."
Jason & Susan Edwards,Parents of a Child with Down syndrome |
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"The Miracle Belt is the easiest weighted therapy
to put on without interference from the child. My children find the belts more comfortable than wearing
the vests. A few of my clients have complained about the vests being too hot."
Tamara Griffith,Speech Therapist |
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"Wonderful news!! We finally wore the
belt last night!! AND! He had zero meltdowns in the HUGE crowd at the community center!
FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER! NO TEARS! Praise GOD!
Chasity Head,The best part was when we offered to take it off... Are you ready for this... He didn't want to!! I was just all smiles all night, what a blessing to watch your baby who has always been so panic stricken and full of anxiety and fear to look happy and calm and "fitting in" the entire night... I was just beside myself... thank-you" Mother of a Child with SID |
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"The Miracle Belt has really helped my
daughter calm down."
Sarah Carter,Mother of a child with ADHD |
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"With the use of the Miracle Belt I see
an immediate improvement in sensory regulation. The impact the belt has on children with
sensory deficits and motor delays is amazing! The Miracle Belt is a 'must have' sensory
aid!"
Rebecca Murphy,Occupational Therapist MHS, OTR/L |
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"My son has been in therapies since he was
19 months old for occupational, speech and language therapies. At the end of last school year
in Pre-K his occupational therapist mentioned concerns about our son possibly having Sensory
Integration Disorder. When he started Kindergarten this year his new OT mentioned her concern
with that as well. This past Friday they began using the Miracle Belt with him. His teacher
noticed a HUGE difference in him. Today I had to see it for myself... and I did. Tears came to
my eyes. I have NEVER seen my child that focused... EVER. He was able to sit still (for a 5
year old) and not have to be redirected over and over again. I was told that we would continue
to try the belt over the next week, and if they still felt it was a tool needed to help my son
they would begin the process of getting one for him through the county. But for me, I can't wait
that long. My child depends on myself and my husband for so many things. If this belt is helping
him then that's that. We just ordered a belt and can not wait for him to have it at school AND
at home. I just wanted to say thank you. This may very well be the tool my son needs to help
him lead a normal life."
Sara Smith,Mother of a child with Autism |
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"Emma was diagnosed with Sensory Integration Issues early in
the year. A few months later she was re-diagnosed with mild Autism. She has issues focusing for more than 5 minutes
while doing tasks. She uses her jumping as a self-stimming act to bring a sense of groundedness. She does this
regularly to help her process the inputs coming into her sensory system.
Trent and Crystal Evans,She has been using the “Miracle Belt” for a few weeks now, and we have seen it’s benefits already. The “Miracle Belt” has helped her to focus and has really given her that sense of groundedness she normally had to use the self-stimming input to achieve. She has drastically reduced the amount of self-stimming, that she has had to do, while wearing the “Miracle Belt”. Emma was prescribed by her Occupational Therapist to wear the belt for 15 minutes three times a day. Her Early Interventionist, Suzie Tromley (Easter Seals) also has stated that she has seen a drastic improvement while Emma is wearing the belt. The bottom-line for us is that while wearing the belt Emma has greatly reduced her need for self-stimming and because of her increased focus is making strides in her speech, and development that may not have been made this quickly without it." Parents of a Child with Autism |
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"We're having a great time using the Miracle Belts. I used them
with two children today - both with great results! Both kids are Autistic and both are "runners". Usually
I have to keep a hand on them at all times or they bolt. Today, I was able to let the little girl walk around the
gym, because with the belt on, she responded to verbal cues! The boy still needed a hand on while in the gym but once
in the treatment room he was able to sit at the table - with the door open - and focus on/participate in table top
activities for more than 20 minutes. When it was time to clean up, I just said "clean up" and he immediately
responded, Usually, I have to provide hand-over-hand assistance and he is very resistant to cleaning up. I'm sure we'll
have several more positive stories to share with you as the week goes on."
Karyn Collins,Occupational Therapist OTR |
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"Working with autistic and learning disabled children is a challenging
and rewarding task and we are always on the lookout for tools that will help our children cope with the challenges
they face. Collaborating with Dr. Erin Schwier and Mark Wilson, Occupational Therapy Specialists, we find great success
with these kids when we stimulate and strengthen their sensory integration and processing. The Miracle Belt provides
just that. Children are able to wear the belt while participating in academic tasks. The belt helps them to focus and stay
seated as well as diminishing extraneous physical movements. Literally, the belt helps them feel more grounded and safe in
their environment. We are excited about what we are seeing with the Miracle Belt and would love to see parents using the
belt at home with their children."
Catherine Behan M.S. EFT-CC,EFT Specialist/Peak Performance Coach |
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"The Miracle Belt is very helpful with hyper active children. It's amazing
how quickly the belt settles a child down and comforts them. The belt helps these children feel safe and secure in their
surroundings which allows them to gain control over themselves. Every ESE teacher should use the Miracle Belt. It is a miracle
how the belt works!"
Bettimae Mills,Pre-K VE Teacher |
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"I have found the Miracle Belt to be a
valuable therapy tool. The best pieces of equipment are those that have multiple uses. I
have used the Miracle Belt as a tool for improving postural stability, strengthening,
increasing body awareness, providing sensory input to increase attention and assist with
sensory modulation. A definite asset to any therapists bag of tools."
Lori Lovesky,Occupational Therapist OTR/L Co-Director of KIDSPOT |
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"The weighted belt is used to stimulate the proprioceptive system
through the use of deep pressure to promote attention, focus, organization and self calming. The belt helps provide
the individual with a greater sense of their body's position in space. The belt can be used with individuals who have
Autism, ADD/ADHD, PDD, Sensory Integration Disorder and learning disabilities."
Mark Wilson,Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant COTA |
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"We just got back home from our trip to
Disney. The Miracle Belt made a huge difference for my son while on our trip. Jack was so
calm and not as fidgety."
Marijane Farr,Mother of a Child with PDD-NOS & SID |
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"Using the Miracle Belt has helped calm one of my most
difficult students."
Hamish Pollock,ESE Teacher |
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"One little boy who has Autism uses the Miracle Belt during every session.
He is a different child while wearing the belt. He stays more focused on one activity at a time, does not trip and fall
like he used to, and just seems so much more engaged and connected for longer periods of time throughout the sessions.
The Miracle Belt helps to maximize the benefits of the work that I do with my clients."
Kelly Beins,Occupational Therapist OTR/L |
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"Keegan had a little setback with his balance when we changed
his orthotics...all I had to do was put the Miracle Belt back on him one time to correct the problem. ....something,
huh."
Drs. Frank and Lisa Lanzisera,Parents of a Child with Down Syndrome |
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"The Miracle Belt helps distractible children maintain their focus during seat work with ease and comfort. The entire classroom is calmer and quieter when two or three highly sensitive children are feeling safe and comfortable in their classroom."
Mark Wilson,Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA |
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"The goal of any piece of equipment is to provide the input needed
to make positive changes that will carry over without the use of the equipment. With repeated use of the Miracle
Belt with Sierra, a young girl who suffers from static encephalopathy seizure disorder with global delays, we are
starting to see functional carryover with the ability to participate in group activitys without the loss of balance
and without the use of the belt."
Ouida Wellenberger,Physical Therapist |
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"After Jack received his belt he didn't fall as much and was
noticeably more focused during our soccer games. The belts calming effect improved his focus to where he began learning
more and playing better. Jack would wear the belt for fifteen minutes before he would go into the game."
Michelle Kingston,Soccer Coach of a Child with SID |
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"At first I didn't think the Miracle Belt would help an eighteen
month old little girl diagnosed with Down Syndrome but once we put on the belt she immediately and spontaneously did
what two therapists hands have been trying to get her to do for weeks!"
Rebecca Murphy,Occupational Therapist MHS, OTR/L |
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"My son loves wearing his Miracle Belt and wears it everyday!
He even points it out to his caregiver when she is dressing him. I can feel the difference when I'm holding his
hand and we are walking. He is much more stable and balanced. Thank you for this great device!"
Wendy Mann Resnick,Mother of a Child with Agenesis of the Corpus Callosum |
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"Since Emma has been using the Miracle
Belt we have seen a big improvement in her speech and development."
Crystal Evans,Mother of a Child with Autism |
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"I used the Miracle Belt with one of my 5 year
olds for the first time, and he did great with it. His ability to stay on task improved so much,
compared to other days without using it, and his increased attention continued even after we took
the belt off. He also had an increased awareness of his body in space. I will definitely continue
using the Miracle Belt."
Mary Tomasello,Occupational Therapist MS OTR/L |
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"I tried the Miracle Belt on a 12 year old client diagnosed with
ADHD who also has Sensory Integration issues.
Immediately, he experienced more stability and the quality of his mobility was significantly improved. In fact, my client liked the belt
so much, he asked his mother if he could keep it and wear it at home."
Lena Thoresen,Occupational Therapist OTR/L |
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"When comparing the Miracle Belt to a weighted vest, the belt
is far superior! Weighted vests are cumbersome and the weights do not sit evenly which can jeopardize the benefits
of the input they are intended to provide. One mom told me the weighted vest that was recommended to her was too
heavy for her son. Unlike weighted vests, the Miracle Belt comes in three different sizes to choose from and can
be adjusted to fit the child's waist accordingly. The same mom mentioned that the vest was "weighing" her
son down on his shoulders and he would only take it off and throw it on the ground. He didn't like the feeling of it
and she didn't like it because he had spinal scoliosis issues at the time and she was fearful of adding weight to
his spine. This point emphasized for me the benefit of the Miracle Belt in having the weight centered around the
child's midline instead of on top of their shoulders."
Kelly Beins,Occupational Therapist OTR/L |
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"My daughter has not been diagnosed with any problems but was having
some issues in school. For the first 3 weeks of school the teacher stated she had to change her desk two different times.
She was such an inconvenience the teacher had her write sentences everyday saying I will not talk in class, or I will
stay in my seat, and so on. My Daughter has been using the Miracle Belt for a couple days now and her teacher has already
seen a big improvement in her ability to stay seated, focused, and less fidgety. On the second day of my daughter wearing
the belt I asked the teacher how things were going and she bowed down to me and said "does that give you any indication
of how it’s been". She stated that she barely knows that Ann is in the class room now. All I know is that the
Miracle Belt has worked wonders for my daughter."
Lisa Harrison,Mother of a child who has not been diagnosed |
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