{"product_id":"southpaw-modified-platform-swing","title":"Southpaw Modified Platform Swing","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSit, Swing \u0026amp; Regulate with the Southpaw Modified Platform Swing – Vestibular Therapy Swing Designed for More Room \u0026amp; Greater Comfort\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Southpaw Modified Platform Swing brings the proven benefits of sensory integration therapy to users who need a little more room to move. Available across North America from The Sensory Supply, this is the enlarged version of Southpaw's classic platform swing - designed specifically to accommodate older teens and adults without compromising the therapeutic versatility that OTs rely on every day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe difference is in the top disc. It has been enlarged so there is more space inside the ropes, allowing larger individuals to lie, sit, kneel, or stand comfortably during sessions. Everything else about this swing remains consistent with the Southpaw standard: four control lines attached to the disc, a durable surface available in carpet or vinyl, and the ability to tilt, rotate, and challenge balance across a wide range of developmental positions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eKey Features of the Southpaw Modified Platform 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\u003cem\u003eEnlarged Top Disc\u003c\/em\u003e - Provides more room inside the ropes than the standard platform swing, making it the right choice for teens, adults, and larger clients who need a comfortable, unrestricted swing surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eExtra Space for Movement\u003c\/em\u003e - The wider footprint inside the ropes supports a full range of positions - prone, supine, sitting, kneeling, and standing - giving therapists the flexibility to adapt sessions to each individual's needs and goals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eVelcro Surface Attachment\u003c\/em\u003e - The carpet or vinyl pad attaches directly to the swing platform using velcro, making pad swaps fast and straightforward when switching between clients or surface preferences.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eEasy-Clean Vinyl Pad Option\u003c\/em\u003e - The smooth vinyl surface wipes down quickly between sessions, an important practical consideration for clinics and schools with back-to-back therapy schedules.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eDurable Construction, Made in the USA\u003c\/em\u003e - Built for the demands of daily therapeutic use, this swing is designed to last through intensive clinic and home settings alike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e300 lb Maximum Load Capacity\u003c\/em\u003e - Supports a wide range of users safely, including most adults, making it one of the few platform swings genuinely suited to work with adult clients.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhy the Platform Swing Matters for Vestibular \u0026amp; Proprioceptive Development\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe platform swing is a cornerstone of sensory integration therapy for good reason. Its suspended, adjustable surface provides rich vestibular input - the kind that helps the nervous system organise movement, balance, and spatial awareness. By controlling the tilt and motion of the swing through the four control lines, a therapist can modulate the intensity of that input: gentle, linear movement for calming and self-regulation, or more dynamic tilting to challenge postural reactions and bilateral coordination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe modified version extends this clinical value to clients who have aged out of standard-sized swings. Teens and adults benefit from vestibular input just as much as younger children - the Modified Platform Swing makes that work accessible without requiring a workaround.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSessions on a platform swing commonly support gross motor skills, core strength and posture, eye-hand coordination, bilateral motor integration, and the body's ability to process proprioceptive and vestibular input together. It is equally well suited to structured OT sessions and to supervised active play in home sensory spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eImportant note: All Southpaw platform swings must be used with the Southpaw Safety Rotational Device, available separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIdeal for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis swing is a well-matched choice for occupational therapists equipping clinics and therapy rooms, schools and resource centres building sensory movement spaces, families setting up home therapy environments for older children and teens, residential facilities and rehabilitation centres supporting adults with sensory processing differences, and anyone seeking a high-quality vestibular therapy swing built to professional OT standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eImportant Note For Use:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003carticle data-turn=\"assistant\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-12\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:5d608585-6eda-478b-bb0b-bcf4697e5f96-5\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] thread-sm:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] thread-lg:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] thread-lg:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"a25c92be-3d69-42d1-be47-dc202ef51242\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eAll Southpaw Swings are highly recommended to be used with a minimum of \u003cb\u003e1\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thesensorysupply.com\/products\/experience-smooth-and\" title=\"Southpaw Safety Rotation Device\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSouthpaw Safety Rotational Device\u003c\/a\u003e. For swings with more than 1 anchor point, it's highly recommended to use 1 Southpaw Safety Rotation Device for each anchor point for maximum flexibility of use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eNote that all Southpaw Safety Rotation Devices come with \u003cb\u003e1 \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Southpaw Safety Snap\" href=\"https:\/\/thesensorysupply.com\/products\/southpaw-safety-snap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSouthpaw Safety Snap\u003c\/a\u003e, but the purchase of a 2nd is required to connect it to the swing safely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/5885\/5162\/files\/Southpaw_Rotational_Device_Safety_Snap_Diagram_73928206-a49d-4c2f-ba81-aa3e8e06de4b_480x480.jpg?v=1762791246\" alt=\"Southpaw Rotational Device \u0026amp; Safety Snap Diagram\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (w\/ Vinyl Pad): 60\" H x 31\" L x 31\" W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (w\/ Carpet): 60\" H x 31\" L x 31\" W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum Load: 300 lbs\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e","brand":"Southpaw","offers":[{"title":"w\/ Carpet","offer_id":47823976005882,"sku":"1805","price":1207.56,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"w\/ Vinyl Pad","offer_id":47823975973114,"sku":"6502","price":1228.16,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/5885\/5162\/files\/southpaw-modified-platform-swing-woman-therapy.jpg?v=1778272269","url":"https:\/\/6dc80b-8d.myshopify.com\/products\/southpaw-modified-platform-swing","provider":"The Sensory Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}