How long should kids wear weighted vests?
Time limits: Avoid sensory habituation by limiting use of a weighted vest to 15 minutes at a time. Following approximately 15 minutes of wearing, a child will habituate to this newly imposed sensory input, and it will no longer be an effective tool. Wearing it too long can make the body tune out the deep pressure sensation and reduce its effectiveness. In some cases, kids who are extra sensitive to touch may even get overstimulated, which could lead to discomfort. That’s why it’s best to stick with consistent 15-30 minute intervals.