Vestibular differences
Vestibular differences affecting a learner's sense of balance
The Vestibular system creates the sense of balance and spatial orientation for the purpose of coordinating movement. Flexible adjustments to the task or environment could include:
Providing daily opportunities to perform gentle stretches, rocking back and forth, slowly marching, or yoga activities.
Providing opportunities to work with another learner on ‘rowing’ (sitting opposite, legs in a ‘V’ touching feet with partner, holding hands, gently ‘row’ forward and back), wheelbarrows etc.
Support to negotiate space, for example, walking up the stairs, balancing activities.
Provide vestibular activities to raise a learner’s level of alertness. E.g. jumping / working against gravity, hanging upside down, swinging, crunchy strong-tasting foods, climbing, running, movement breaks, moving furniture.