Sensory Superpowers: Upper Body Proprioception & Regulation ...

Good proprioception skills in individuals with autism are characterized by enhanced body awareness and control, though many may seek proprioceptive input to regulate sensory experiences. 🙌💜💙💚💛❤️ #autismawareness #AutismSupport #autismparents #autismcommunity #autismfamily | Autistic Arlo

Proprioception is our body’s hidden sense — the ability to feel where our body parts are and how they move. It helps us balance, coordinate, and move smoothly. Deep pressure, pushing, pulling, jumping, and hugging all stimulate proprioception. That’s why “pressure” is proprioceptive input! Deep pressure — also called “heavy work” — is one of the best ways to stimulate proprioception. When we press, push, pull, or squeeze, we give the body proprioceptive input that calms and organizes the nervous