Pop Tubes Sensory Fidgets | NDIS Motor & Auditory Aid

Facilitate sensory regulation and fine motor development with Pop Tubes Sensory Toys. Classified as low cost assistive technology, these expandable corrugated pipes are specifically designed to support NDIS participants living with Autism (ASD), ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), or deficits in bilateral coordination.

For participants who are "sensory seekers," standard fidgets often lack the necessary feedback. Pop Tubes solve this by providing three distinct forms of input simultaneously: auditory (a distinct popping sound), tactile (ribbed texture), and proprioceptive (resistance when pulling or pushing). This multi-sensory engagement helps to organize the nervous system, reduce anxiety, and improve focus. Additionally, the action of connecting, stretching, and compressing the tubes requires bilateral hand coordination, making them an excellent therapeutic tool for building hand strength and motor planning skills.

How This Device Supports NDIS Participants

• Auditory Regulation: The unique, crisp "pop" sound generated when extending or compressing the tube provides immediate auditory feedback, which is highly effective for auditory sensory seekers.

• Fine Motor Strengthening: Manipulating the tubes requires pincer grip and wrist rotation, supporting the development of hand muscles needed for daily tasks like writing or dressing.

• Bilateral Coordination: Requires the use of both hands working together to stretch, compress, or connect the tubes, promoting communication between the left and right hemispheres of the brain.

• Emotional Regulation: The physical exertion of stretching the tubes provides a safe outlet for nervous energy or frustration, aiding in de-escalation strategies.

Key Features & Benefits

• Multi-Sensory Feedback: Delivers simultaneous sound, touch, and movement input to satisfy complex sensory needs and prevent boredom.

• Expandable Design: Each tube stretches from approximately 13cm to over 60cm, allowing for gross motor engagement and large-scale creative building.

• Connectable System: Tubes can be snapped together to form long chains or shapes, encouraging cognitive skills such as planning, logic, and creativity.

• Safe & Durable: Crafted from high-quality, BPA-free Polypropylene (PP) plastic with smooth edges, ensuring they are safe for handling and withstand repetitive use.

• Bulk Pack Options: Available in packs of 12 or 32, ensuring there are always enough units for therapy groups, classrooms, or to have backups available in different environments (car, home, school).

NDIS Funding Information

This item is classified as Low Cost Assistive Technology.

• Core - Consumables: 03_222100911_0124_1_1 (Low Cost AT - Communication & Cognitive Support)

We recommend consulting with your Occupational Therapist (OT) to incorporate these tubes into your sensory diet or fine motor therapy program.

Meticulous Specifications

• Product Type: Expandable Sensory Tubes

• Material: BPA-Free Polypropylene (PP) Plastic

• Compressed Length: Approx. 13 - 15 cm

• Extended Length: Approx. 60 - 70 cm

• Diameter: Approx. 2 - 3 cm

• Texture: Corrugated / Ribbed

• Safety: Non-toxic, Smooth Edges

• Colours: 6 Assorted (Blue, Purple, Red, Green, Orange, Yellow)

• Pack Sizes: 12 Pack OR 32 Pack

Package Includes

• 12 x Pop Tubes (Assorted Colours) OR 32 x Pop Tubes (Assorted Colours) - Based on selection