Vestibular Processing

Processing movement and balance information from the inner ear, supporting postural control and spatial orientation.

Examples & Achievements

• Tolerates swinging, sliding, and spinning without distress or over-excitement
• Maintains upright sitting posture during tabletop activities
• Moves confidently on uneven surfaces
• Recovers balance quickly after being gently pushed

How to Measure

• Sits upright in a chair for 10+ minutes during an activity
• Navigates a playground obstacle course without excessive fear or falling
• Sensory Processing Measure (SPM) - Body Awareness section
• Clinical observation of postural responses