Rocking motions have a therapeutic effect on humans. This is a known fact proven by science as well as experience. Rocking motions done through wooden rocking chairs and wooden rocking horses for children help both adult and those in other age groups relax. Rocking chairs are the perfect piece of furniture that can help a person to relax and free their mind and body from all the tension, stress and exhaustion one experiences everyday. Science also proven many other benefits of rocking motion and all these will be discussed in the following paragraphs.
A serene an relaxing environment that gives a warm and welcoming feel to both children and adult is also provided by rocking chairs and wooden rocking horses placed anywhere in the house. Also, rocking on these chairs and horses helps relieve stress and tension as the physical act of rocking taps our brain's pleasure center located somewhere between the one for chocolate and the one for music. As such, rocking on these chairs and horse after a long, busy day can help both adults and kids snag a few moments of relaxation.
According to an article featured in the "American Journal of Sports Medicine" released in March - April 1989, the manageable, non-weight bearing exercise of rocking in a rocking chair is good for the mind, body and spirit and can even help those with an otherwise sedentary lifestyle to achieve muscle tone especially those older individuals. Further studies suggest that seniors literally rock away their anxiety and depression when they are using rocking chairs. Patients who go through rocking chair therapies also require less medication, have improved balance and are happier because their loved ones are happier. Moreover, a study by the Medical College of Virginia found that rocking one hour per day helped patients suffering from arthritis. Being in a rocking chair while watching TV or reading, and just rocking is relaxing and it can improve strength and flexibility - especially in your knees. Rocking motion for children on the other hand is achieved through a rocking horse, specifically a wooden rocking horse.
Rocking toys and wooden rocking horses provide a number of benefits to children. Kids with sensory processing disorders or sensory integration dysfunctions are recommended to play with wooden rocking horses. These toys were also proven to help kids focus better especially those with learning difficulties and attention deficit disorders. Rocking horses are also often recommended for children with autism to calm and organize their input. Moreover, these chairs are being used to sooth and calm children without lulling them to sleep.
Other health conditions are also being cured with the rocking motions provided by rocking chairs and wooden rocking horses. Among these health conditions are Alzheimer's and Dementia that often create a great deal of fear, anger, and anxiety. These diseases are helped cured by the rocking motions of rocking chairs and horses by allowing the brain to release endorphins that help minimize negative feelings and produce a calming and relaxing effect. Also, rocking motions were also found to be beneficial among post-operative patients allowing them to recover at a much quicker pace. Finally, chronic back pains were shown to have been relieved through the use of rocking chairs combined with some basic exercises.
Investing on rocking chairs and wooden rocking horses can indeed be a great investment especially with the multitude of benefits that be derived from the rocking motions provided by these pieces of furniture. As such, buying one regardless of the purpose it will serve you is indeed a worthy purchase.
A serene an relaxing environment that gives a warm and welcoming feel to both children and adult is also provided by rocking chairs and wooden rocking horses placed anywhere in the house. Also, rocking on these chairs and horses helps relieve stress and tension as the physical act of rocking taps our brain's pleasure center located somewhere between the one for chocolate and the one for music. As such, rocking on these chairs and horse after a long, busy day can help both adults and kids snag a few moments of relaxation.
According to an article featured in the "American Journal of Sports Medicine" released in March - April 1989, the manageable, non-weight bearing exercise of rocking in a rocking chair is good for the mind, body and spirit and can even help those with an otherwise sedentary lifestyle to achieve muscle tone especially those older individuals. Further studies suggest that seniors literally rock away their anxiety and depression when they are using rocking chairs. Patients who go through rocking chair therapies also require less medication, have improved balance and are happier because their loved ones are happier. Moreover, a study by the Medical College of Virginia found that rocking one hour per day helped patients suffering from arthritis. Being in a rocking chair while watching TV or reading, and just rocking is relaxing and it can improve strength and flexibility - especially in your knees. Rocking motion for children on the other hand is achieved through a rocking horse, specifically a wooden rocking horse.
Rocking toys and wooden rocking horses provide a number of benefits to children. Kids with sensory processing disorders or sensory integration dysfunctions are recommended to play with wooden rocking horses. These toys were also proven to help kids focus better especially those with learning difficulties and attention deficit disorders. Rocking horses are also often recommended for children with autism to calm and organize their input. Moreover, these chairs are being used to sooth and calm children without lulling them to sleep.
Other health conditions are also being cured with the rocking motions provided by rocking chairs and wooden rocking horses. Among these health conditions are Alzheimer's and Dementia that often create a great deal of fear, anger, and anxiety. These diseases are helped cured by the rocking motions of rocking chairs and horses by allowing the brain to release endorphins that help minimize negative feelings and produce a calming and relaxing effect. Also, rocking motions were also found to be beneficial among post-operative patients allowing them to recover at a much quicker pace. Finally, chronic back pains were shown to have been relieved through the use of rocking chairs combined with some basic exercises.
Investing on rocking chairs and wooden rocking horses can indeed be a great investment especially with the multitude of benefits that be derived from the rocking motions provided by these pieces of furniture. As such, buying one regardless of the purpose it will serve you is indeed a worthy purchase.
About the Author:
Lisa Lopilato is a stay home mum from Germany. Being a doting mother, Lisa ensures that she gives all the things needed by his 5-year old son like clothes, food and toys. One of the latest purchases of Liza is a Holzschaukelpferd which his son enjoys immensely.