The Steamroller is designed to provide the ideal heavy work that many kids with neurological processing disorders
Autism Steam Roller
$799.00
Estimated delivery between Jan 08 and Jan 10
Description
Some children crave deep pressure, and the Southpaw Autism Steam roller is a fun way to get it! Your children will love the challenge of crawling between the rollers and being Squeezed by the Steamroller.
This autism squeeze machine is designed to provide the ideal heavy work that many kids with neurological processing disorders need. This Double Squeezer can accommodate a small child up to an average sized adult. The individual crawls through or between the sets of rollers just like being wrung through a clothes ringer. Pressure exerted can be varied by adjusting the tension on the bands. Children should be supervised at all times. Provides deep pressure input and assists with motor planning and processing.
Working Load= 300 lbs
Product Dimensions: Width=29″ Length=33 1/2″ Height=16″
Product Weight=31 lbs
The Autism Steam Roller by Southpaw is an essential sensory integration tool designed specifically for individuals with autism, sensory processing disorders, and other developmental challenges. Built with durability, safety, and therapeutic benefits in mind, this innovative product offers a deep-pressure experience that is both calming and enjoyable for users of various ages.
The steam roller works by providing controlled pressure through its padded, flexible rollers, creating a gentle compression that helps alleviate anxiety and sensory overload. This deep-pressure sensation has been shown to promote relaxation, enhance body awareness, and improve focus, making it an effective tool for therapy centers, schools, and even home use. As users move through the padded rollers, they feel an even, soothing pressure across their body. This compression activates the proprioceptive sensory system, which plays a crucial role in helping individuals understand body position and movement, creating a sense of security and calm.
Designed for customization, the steam roller features adjustable tension, allowing caregivers, therapists, or parents to modify the amount of pressure based on each user’s comfort level and therapeutic needs. Whether providing light or firm pressure, this adjustability makes the product versatile for people with varying sensory thresholds. The steam roller’s gentle, user-controlled operation also means it can be used as a warm-up or cooldown activity, seamlessly fitting into therapy routines or daily sensory diets.
For children who might experience heightened sensory sensitivity, the Autism Steam Roller offers a non-invasive way to introduce them to deep-pressure input. Its soft rollers and sturdy frame ensure safe, consistent use, supporting children as they develop their confidence, strength, and self-regulation skills. The sensory feedback from the steam roller is particularly effective for children who seek proprioceptive input to manage sensory overload. By encouraging kids to move independently through the rollers, the steam roller also helps strengthen gross motor skills, coordination, and spatial awareness. The user-directed motion also makes this tool an empowering experience, as users control their movement and pace through the rollers, boosting their sense of autonomy and accomplishment.
The Autism Steam Roller by Southpaw is crafted with high-quality materials that ensure durability and easy maintenance. The roller covers are soft yet resilient, offering just the right amount of grip and cushioning for comfortable use. The design is simple and intuitive, making it accessible for individuals with a range of motor abilities. The product is also compact enough for easy storage, making it ideal for therapy centers, schools, and homes where space might be limited.
32 reviews for Autism Steam Roller
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Noelle Carroll (verified owner) –
Nathan Babb (verified owner) –
Have not received the item yet
Heather (verified owner) –
Quick and friendly response.
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Great quality, exactly what we needed in our classroom to meet some of our kids’ sensory needs and help them regulate! It arrived almost 2 weeks earlier than quoted, too!
Anonymous (verified owner) –
This product arrived completely together in one piece within 4 days of ordering. It’s a great, sturdy device. Really helps with Sensory input. This was for my 8 year old son. 80lbs, 4.1ft tall.
Jennifer M. (verified owner) –
The night is arrived I asked my 6 yr old daughter to come over and “try this out”, figured she’d go through once and be done. She wanted to go thru over and over!! She is a constant crasher and squeezer, this sensory seeker has found the perfect machine to give her the pressure she needs!! Wish I had bought this years ago!!
Rachel (verified owner) –
This is a wonderful product! The design is simple and effective, and I couldn’t be happier with it.
Jocelyn Heitkamp (verified owner) –
My youngest son who a sensory seeker loves to be squeezed unfortunately he kinda scared to get in this which we have to him for his birthday but on the brighter side my 12 year old who is over sensor loves it!
Kathy (verified owner) –
This steam roller is Awesome!! We have had it a few weeks. My grandson really has showed signs of comfort and being relaxed after going thru. He really enjoys it. A life changer for him. Thank you for such an awesome product.
Lora H. (verified owner) –
It is so nice! It is well made and nice to look at. Most importantly, the students can and do use it independently. They can pause on the way through at just the right spots for them and their needs.
It is a great addition to our Sensory room.
Pam Katus (verified owner) –
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Mike McArthy –
Timmy loves his roller!
Christopher J (verified owner) –
Our school received a donation for this machine. The students love it and it has helped several of my students with their sensory needs. We supplement (high functioning AU) with weights, a mini trampoline, a swing, weighted devices, and a multitude of handier items: putty, sand trays, gel trays, glitter tubes, etc. Thank you for delivering it in 1 piece! This autism support teacher appreciates you!!
Michael Sgobbo (verified owner) –
Timely shipping. Great prices. No assembly required!
Amanda Hoffman (verified owner) –
The steam roller was delivered quickly and is great quality!
amy –
We ordered this and less than a week later it was delivered!!!! And considering we have a son who has had horrible sensory overload and we were are our wits end in trying to find ways to help him? This was an answer to prayers!!! Merry early Christmas to the whole family! Our son has not spent more than a few minutes away from it since it arrived today!!! Thank you for the speedy service and the wonderful product! This will be a life changer for our child!!!!
Imogene k (verified owner) –
My son has likes the pressure he gets from the steam roller. He will go back through it 8-10 times . Seems to be giving him what he needs. He has Down syndrome an also autism. Very pleased with the product, and quality. Was a great price as well!
Lindsay scott (verified owner) –
Seems well built. So far Dylan is a little scared to use. We have taken off the pressure bands on sides to see if he will venture into the rollers. Any suggestions you may have let us know. It just may take awhile for him to be comfortable crawling through.
Accounts (verified owner) –
Thank you for the quick shipping and great customer service.
laura v. (verified owner) –
I ordered this product through a grant I achieved through our school district. I am a para pro and work with children with special needs. I knew our school needed this to help our students get the sensory impact this product provides and enable our students to get through the school day with focus and the comfort the steam roller provides. The product was exactly as it states, the customer service was prompt and so was delivery. I would highly recommend Autism Products to any one in need of great products.
sharon jakelski (verified owner) –
Thank you so much for the excellent customer service! We were in desperate need of this item and most vendors we contacted had a 6 – 8 week delivery timeline. Working with your organization was outstanding. We received our order within 5 weeks. I highly recommend you on the basis of communication and efficiency of fulfilling orders, not to mention the best price. Thank you again!
Octavio Matos (verified owner) –
A little too expensive for such a simple product. Although my son loves it. Now he has one at school and home.
meghan tarantino (verified owner) –
This product appears to b very well made
There is a chunk of material missing from a piece that the top roller rests on, hopefully this won’t effect long term use
Purchased for my son to address sensory needs
It has a tighter fit to roll through than I expected but I’m sure he’ll get used to it
I like that they gave extra tension bands
Amy (verified owner) –
My son finds this calming, which is good, as he’s become more aggressive of late.
Pauline Ripp –
Haven’t actually used the steamroller yet, it is a Christmas present. I hope it will help my grandson with some of his pressure issues.
Bliss P. (verified owner) –
We have two sons, ages 6 and 8, who both have significant sensory input needs. The Autism Steamroller does a great job of meeting those needs! This is a substantial piece of equipment, arrives completely assembled, and is very well made. It has a 300 lb weight limit, so even I take turns with my kids squeezing through! They are delighted to see me do that, and honestly it does feel good. Well worth the money.
luekos (verified owner) –
Teachers and children love it! we have all tried it! Thanks
Nicole (verified owner) –
I purchased the steam roller for my autistic son. He enjoys firm pressure. So in combination with other tactile things, such as trampoline, yoga ball, etc, having a steam roller at home is helping him to manage his sensory input during the school day.
Ann (verified owner) –
Quick delivery, all intact.
Easy online ordering.
Amanda Sallinen (verified owner) –
My son craves deep pressure, and absolutely loves his steam roller! He had one at school, and once summer rolled around we noticed his need was increasing for the deep pressure he was no longer getting. We ended up purchasing one for at home to help with the long school breaks and even weekends.
Brett (verified owner) –
Great product for providing deep pressure to people who need it. Our classrooms are calmer since we’ve had this device, and now we don’t have to sit on the kids!