From across America, individuals in care centers and retirement communities are experiencing the benefits of "social therapeutic motion" or simply put, swinging together on the Whisper GLIDE Swing. Why is this experience so tremendously well received? The answer is told by reviewing both social and physical impacts.
The social impact
As humans, we value our social interactions. Our relationships and connections with each other give us a sense of purpose, belonging, and meaning.
The Whisper GLIDE design makes it a powerful social activity tool. The gentle swinging is relaxing, interactive, and enjoyable. Also, most people identify with swinging. Residents, friends, children, family, staff, and volunteers can now experience this together. Swinging is especially ideal for visiting children, because it is a fun activity.
Can you think of another experience that:
- Creates joy, delight, and smiles?
- Is a social and physical activity?
- Is something almost anyone can do, regardless of age?
- Facilitates relationships?
- Can be done indoors or outdoors?
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The physical impact
The therapeutic benefits of rocking motion have been known since birth. The effect is most visible with calming a crying infant; rocking is soothing, relaxing, and comforting.
Whisper GLIDE also provides light exercise, since the swinging motion is caused from using the push-pull bar, or by pushing with your feet.
We recall how swinging, in our childhood years, joyfully brought us together with friends and loved ones. Years later, this experience can once again be possible. |
