{"product_id":"experia-intelli-panel","title":"Southpaw Flexion Disc Swing","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhere the Southpaw Flexion Disc Swing Delivers Dual Sensory Input for OT Clinics, Schools \u0026amp; Families\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThere is a particular quality to movement that does two things at once. The Southpaw Flexion Disc Swing is one of the rare therapeutic swings that simultaneously engages the vestibular and proprioceptive systems - the body's twin anchors for balance, spatial awareness, and physical self-regulation. Whether used in an OT clinic in Toronto, a school sensory room in Calgary, or a home therapy setup anywhere across North America, the Flexion Disc brings that quality of movement within reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe disc's design is deliberately versatile. A therapist can begin a session with slow, rhythmic pushing and rocking to provide calming, organizing vestibular input. As the client builds confidence or needs more alerting stimulation, movement can shift to active shaking, rotating, and orbiting. That range - from gentle to dynamic within a single piece of equipment - is what makes the Flexion Disc a genuine workhorse in sensory integration practice, not a single-note tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe carpeted base, heavily padded edge, and padded centre post all speak to the same priority: comfort during active, multidirectional movement. Clients hold the centre post while seated on the disc, which naturally encourages a flexed, curled body position - engaging core musculature, supporting postural tone, and reinforcing body-schema awareness in ways that matter well beyond the therapy session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eFor settings that need scalability, the Large Flexion Disc Board expands the available surface by 56%, accommodating a wider range of client sizes without changing the therapeutic framework. For high-use clinical environments, the optional Vinyl Pad replaces the carpet surface for straightforward cleaning between sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eKey Features of the Southpaw Flexion Disc Swing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eCarpeted Base with Heavily Padded Edge and Centre Post\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e- Built to keep the rider comfortable and protected during active multidirectional movement, reducing sensory distraction from the equipment itself so the focus stays on the therapeutic activity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eAdjustable Vestibular Input Range\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - From gentle pushing and rocking through to active shaking, rotating, and orbiting, so the same swing can be calibrated for calming input or more alerting stimulation within a single session or across a client's progress over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Flexion Disc Board Option\u003c\/strong\u003e (56% Larger Than Standard)\u003c\/em\u003e - Carpeted and padded around the edge in the same manner as the standard board, so larger clients or those who need more surface area benefit from the same comfort and safety features without requiring a separate product family\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDetachable Control Strap and Safety Snap Included\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides the therapist with direct handling control during sessions while the Safety Snap supports secure suspension, meeting the practical safety requirements of professional clinical environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eOptional Vinyl Pad (Sold Separately)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - Replaces the carpet surface for settings where easy cleaning between clients is a priority, making the Flexion Disc practical for high-volume OT clinics and school therapy rooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeluxe Option with Vertical Stimulation Device (VSD)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e- Adds a controlled vertical bounce to the swing's movement repertoire, extending the range of vestibular input available and increasing the swing's height to 55\" for those settings where ceiling clearance allows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eVestibular and Proprioceptive Benefits for Sensory Integration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe vestibular system governs balance, spatial orientation, and the sense of how the body moves through space. The proprioceptive system processes input from muscles and joints to build body awareness and regulate physical effort. Disc swings like the Flexion Disc are recognised in occupational therapy practice for their ability to engage both systems simultaneously - the dynamic, multidirectional movement challenges the vestibular system while the physical act of holding the post and maintaining a seated or curled position on the disc provides the sustained muscle and joint input that characterises proprioceptive work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eFor many individuals, the result is a calming, organising effect that supports attention and readiness for other tasks. For others, the goal is stimulation and alerting. The Flexion Disc's adjustable intensity range means both goals are achievable from the same equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIdeal for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eOccupational therapists equipping clinics with versatile sensory integration equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSchools and learning support spaces building sensory rooms or movement-based calm corners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eResidential and rehabilitation facilities where therapeutic swing access supports daily regulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eFamilies creating a home sensory space with professional-grade equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eAny individual who benefits from active, engaged movement for focus, body awareness, and self-regulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll swings must be used with Southpaw's Safety Rotational Device.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorking Load: 300 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24\" D x 35\" H (w\/oVSD)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e55\" H (w\/VSD)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/5885\/5162\/files\/southpaw-flexion-disc-swing-instructions.pdf?v=1780762490\" title=\"Southpaw Flexion Disc Swing - Installation \u0026amp; Safety Instructions\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_bsh32_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"211\"\u003eSouthpaw Flexion Disc Swing - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_bsh32_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"244\"\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Safety Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Southpaw","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48972299043066,"sku":"1909","price":896.53,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/5885\/5162\/files\/southpaw-flexion-disc-swing-child-vestibular.jpg?v=1780761908","url":"https:\/\/thesensorysupply.com\/products\/experia-intelli-panel","provider":"The Sensory Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}