In our home, we took the idea of an expensive portable door system with a swing that was hundreds of dollars to roughly $35. We use the stationary pull up bar from Walmart found in the exercise department and a cloth traveling hammock was bought at a sporting goods store.
The hammock swing was placed in a very usable location right next to the bedroom stairs and the kitchen. The kids use the swing several times a day and friends fight over it when they come over to play. This is not just for special needs but for all kids. Even big kids as I find Mike, my husband, using it sometimes.
According to Carol Stock Kranowitz, author of The Out-of-Sync Child: Recognizing and Coping with Sensory Processing Disorder, the child should not swing for more than 20 minutes at a time for sensory input. After 20 minutes the positive effects diminish. Stop for a break and then get back on for another 20 minutes.
A single Traveling Hammock is the one we have shown in our home. Double hammocks are also available but I'm not sure if that would be too much fabric. When we purchased the traveling hammock years ago it was $15. I will let you know if I find a hammock for less. A friend recently bought a hot pink traveling hammock at Ski & Sports Outlet Store for $40. It was placed in her girl's room.
Doing the airplane or banana exercise is very hard for Corey. On the ground we struggled to get his body straight, curved back and arms lifted up all at one time but the swing was a helpful tool to guide the body and he really worked to lift his arms.
Ashley has a much easier time doing the airplane but it is still a workout for her.
Back is protected if you pull the hammock up.
Forward stretches made fun with different color balloons.
This is a back exercise we modified from our physical therapist, Katie Bannister, in the cage. Corey needs to practice going backwards with comfort for the dentist chair. Our last appointment was such a success for the first time after doing the exercises with the PT that we are doing them at home too. It also helps stetch the upper body and arms along with vestibular work.
Corey's having fun playing around swinging on his stomach.
Corey is practicing his balance while swinging forward sitting up. He also has to stretch his arms up and forward for a workout. Use any item that is motivating. Today we used balloons from his birthday party and he asked for the color to grab.
You can see how hard he is working with all his face muscles.
Laying in the swing can be very calming especially before bedtime with a favorite blankie and the lights out.
Ashley wanted to show off a bit.
Here is the swing equipment used for this setup indoors. The bar is rated up to 400lbs. My husband has even swung on it but it says not designed for swinging.
Altus Althetic Chin-Up, Sit-Up and Push-Up Bar
If you do not want to put screw holes in your doorway then a push bar is available for more money.