Use ARK's Tongue Tip for your Z-Vibe® as a tongue exercise device to train lateralization and elevation. Instruct your patient to insert the tip of the tongue into the hole so you can gently move the tongue up, down, right and left. Both directions of movement are important abilities of the tongue for physiological food intake and speech.LOGICANA recommendation:Use the tongue attachment also as a tongue sharpener: hold the hole at the level of the tongue and use it to train a pointed, floating tongue that does not touch teeth or lips.The tongue attachment can also be used as a tongue scraper to improve oral hygiene on the one hand, and to focus attention on the tongue on the other. The dimensions of the tongue attachment are: 9 cm x 3.2 cm x 0.9 cm.To be used with the Z-Vibe® or Z-Grabber® (sold separately).Caution: this therapeutic tool should be used under adult supervision at all times.
ARK Wingamajigs® are the coolest sensory tools on the block.Each “flying” fidget has a different wing set on it to keep the hands busy and the mind focused. Choose from a dragon, airplane, butterfly, dragonfly, or bat (or collect them all). The dragon and butterfly have raised texture for extra sensory interest. The dragonfly has not one but TWO wings that can spin separately. Hold them in your hand and spin the wings for endless fidgety fun. OR slide them over a #2 pencil for “fidget breaks” during homework. These brightly-colored interactive fidgets are fun for all ages (recommended for kids and adults, 5 years and up).Multi-sensory, lightweight, and funEach fidget (not including the pencil) measures about 6,3cm tall Each fidget is sold individually - choose your option from the pull-down menu aboveRecommended for ages 5 years and up (no age limit) under adult supervisionPlease note: these are not chewable. To see all chews, click here. Best used with an eraser-less pencil (each Wingamajig comes with one). Designed, manufactured, and assembled in the USA by ARK Therapeutic.Caution: contains small parts that may pose a choking hazard. NOT for children under 3 years. Recommended for 5 years and up. Adult supervision required at all times.
In this set are the most common and best applicable tools to work on intra-oral and extra-oral perception.The Z-Vibe in black as a base offers the possibility to work with or without vibration. The use of the roller tip offers many possibilities to stimulate trigger points, fascia, etc.The soft brush tip is ideal to work on the gums, palate or other sensitive structures. In addition, the brush tip can be used as a precursor to the (electric) toothbrush. In order to work on various desired movements of the tongue, the fine tip is suitable. With its fine tip, it is very easy to point out specific points in the oral cavity to which the tip of the tongue should be guided. In practice, the stimulation of the papilla incisiva with the fine tip has absolutely proven itself. The set contains: 1 ARK's Z-Vibe in black1 ARK's roller Tip1 ARK's soft Brush Tip1 ARK's Fine TipYou save 15% compared to the single prices!
ARK's Bear Bottle Kit is a fun and friendly way to make drinking easier for beginners and/or children with oral motor difficulties. It's also an excellent way to transition babies straight from bottles to straw drinking - skipping sippy cups altogether! Many speech therapists believe that sippy cups can promote improper tongue positioning and an immature swallowing pattern, while straw drinking can help strengthen the mouth muscles and encourage tongue retraction, cheek tension, lip closure, and proper oral positioning.The Bear Bottle features a unique valve that controls the direction of fluid - liquid flows up into the straw, but does not flow back down. Simply squeeze the bear's belly until fluid reaches the top of the straw and release. Fluid will stay at the top of the straw, thereby decreasing the effort required to drink. Highly recommended for individuals who tend to aspirate or have a weak suck with difficulties generating and maintaining suction.Kit includes: 1 easy-to-squeeze Bear Bottle with a snap-close cap1 Select-Flow Valvestraws - 2 tubing straws1 yellow Lip Blok® (3/4"). These tubing straws are durable alternative to traditional straws, and the Lip Blok prevents kids from biting on the straw or putting it too far into their mouths.Made out of non-toxic, food grade materialsDishwasher-safe Holds 236ml of fluidBottle measures approximately 5cm x 6,3cm x 15,2cmColors may vary Not recommended for carbonated beveragesRecommended for thin liquids (water, milk, juice without pulp, etc).Compatible with most standard 0,63cm diameter straws Lid colors may vary.
ARK’s Jaw Grading Bite Blocks are a great complement to any oral motor tool box. Specially designed to work on jaw grading and stability, each arm has a different thickness to practice various jaw heights:The orange arms are 3mm and 6mm thickThe magenta arms are .7mm and 1cm thick The teal arms are 1,3cm and 1,5cm thick What is jaw grading and stability? Jaw grading is the ability to have controlled movements of the jaw to various jaw heights needed for speech and feeding skills. For example, note the difference in your jaw when saying “eee” vs “ahhh”. Or, imagine biting into a cracker vs a sandwich/burger. Your jaw has to open to different heights to accommodate those different sounds and foods. Jaw stability is the strength, coordination, and endurance needed to do so without the jaw sliding forward and/or sideways. Each Bite Block set comes with instructions including four exercises to help work on these skills. These Bite Blocks are firm for good resistance during jaw exercises, but not 100% rigid to be gentle on the teeth (for softer options to work on chewing skills, see the Grabber and/or Y-Chew). Each arm also has gentle sensory bumps to grip the teeth.medical grade, FDA & CE compliantNo BPA, PVC, lead, phthalates, or latexEach block measures 18,4cm long in total, with each "arm" measuring about 7,4cm long and 1,3cm wide. Dishwasher-safeSold in a set (1 orange, 1 magenta, and 1 teal)Caution: this therapeutic tool should be used under adult supervision at all times.
Developed in partnership with Shari Martin, OTR/L, ARK's Bite Tube Tip for the Z-Vibe® is specially designed for targeted, functional biting and chewing practice. It's much like the Bite-n-Chew Tip XL, only with a hollow center for food. Simply fill the tube with soft foods, such as applesauce, yogurt, stage 1 baby foods, etc. Use the Bite Tube Tip to establish the concept of needing to bite and chew to eat food. It's also an excellent way to incorporate real food as you practice the motor planning of eating skills. The Bite Tube Tip comes in two different versions: smooth (lavender) or textured (blue). For individuals with oral defensiveness, start with the smooth tip and gradually progress to the textured one. For individuals who need more proprioceptive input to the mouth, the textured one provides both tactile input and added resistance. For individuals with a weak bite, start with a hollow Bite Tube Tip and progress to a solid Bite-n-Chew Tip (Bite-n-Chew Tip sold separately). Use any of these tips to improve chewing motion and jaw strength. If desired, you can trim the Bite Tube Tip to a shorter length with a pair of scissors. A wonderful addition to any feeding / oral motor therapy toolbox!Made in the USA, medical grade, FDA compliantNo BPA, PVC, lead, phthalates, or latexMeasures approximately 7,6cm long and just under 1,2cm in diameterThis listing is for the lavender Hard Bite Tube Tip (lavender) - sold individuallyDishwasher-safe
To be used with any Z-Vibe® or Z-Grabber® (sold separately)Caution: this therapeutic tool should be used under adult supervision at all times.
Developed in partnership with Shari Martin, OTR/L, ARK's Bite Tube Tip for the Z-Vibe® is specially designed for targeted, functional biting and chewing practice.It's much like the Bite-n-Chew Tip XL, only with a hollow center for food. Simply fill the tube with soft foods, such as applesauce, yogurt, stage 1 baby foods, etc. Use the Bite Tube Tip to establish the concept of needing to bite and chew to eat food. It's also an excellent way to incorporate real food as you practice the motor planning of eating skills. The Bite Tube Tip comes in two different versions: smooth (lavender) or textured (blue). For individuals with oral defensiveness, start with the smooth tip and gradually progress to the textured one. For individuals who need more proprioceptive input to the mouth, the textured one provides both tactile input and added resistance. For individuals with a weak bite, start with a hollow Bite Tube Tip and progress to a solid Bite-n-Chew Tip (Bite-n-Chew Tip sold separately). Use any of these tips to improve chewing motion and jaw strength. If desired, you can trim the Bite Tube Tip to a shorter length with a pair of scissors. A wonderful addition to any feeding / oral motor therapy toolbox! Made in the USA, medical grade, FDA compliantNo BPA, PVC, lead, phthalates, or latexMeasures approximately 7,6cm long and just under 1,2cm in diameterThis listing is for the royal blue Hard Bite Tube Tip (Textured) - sold individually Dishwasher-safeTo be used with any Z-Vibe® or Z-Grabber® (sold separately)Caution: this therapeutic tool should be used under adult supervision at all times.
Made in the USA, ARK's Brick Bracelet provides a safe, wearable, discreet, and cool solution for those who need to chew.It has a unique 'twist-on' style that makes it very easy to take on and off the wrist as needed for oral motor stimulation throughout the day - a great option for those who can't resist chewing on the clasp/cord of necklaces. It can also be used as a sensory fidget - twist it, bend it, run your fingers over the tactile bumps, etc.ARK's Bracelet comes in 3 color-coded toughness levels:Standard - This is the softest option, for mild to moderate chewing.XT - XT stands for "Xtra Tough," recommended for moderate to avid chewing.XXT - XXT stands for "Xtra Xtra Tough." This one is VERY firm, recommended for avid chewing, or for those who like to chew on very firm items. Please note: it's super firm! Details: Each bracelet is sold and packaged individuallyMedical grade, FDA compliant, no lead, phthalates, PVC, BPA, or latexThe large bracelet measures approximately 7,4cm at its widest and just under 1cm thick. The inner diameter is 5,3cmThe small bracelet measures approximately 6,1cm at its widest and just under 1cm thick. The inner diameter is 4,5 cm. Sizing: depending on your fit preferences, the small is typically recommended for a wrist circumference of under 14cm and the large for over 14cm. Highly recommended for individuals who have Autism, sensory needs, anxiety, ADHD, etc, or for anyone who needs to chew. All ARK products are dishwasher safe, can be boiled, cleaned in aldehyde-free disinfectant, or simply washed with mild soap.CAUTION: This product is not a toy. Although these chew tools are sturdy and durable, no chew tool is indestructible. Wear/tear may be expected given the nature of the intended use. How long they last is typically equal to the amount and intensity of the chewing, as well as other variables (such as jaw strength, stress/anxiety levels, if other sensory strategies are in place, etc.). While for some people a chew tool will last forever, for others with heavy/aggressive oral needs, they may go through it very quickly. Please supervise at all times and replace if necessary if the item shows signs of wear and tear. For the longest lasting chew tool for avid chewing, see ARK's Y-Chew XXT.
Does chewing on pencils or pen caps sound familiar?ARK's Brick Stick® Chewable Pencil Topper is the perfect solution. Chewing can be a very effective way to help calm, self-regulate, and focus, so these chewy pencil covers are a perfect pairing for homework, note-taking, and more.As an added bonus, they also provide extra weight to the pencil, which provides increased hand awareness and promotes proper pencil positioning.
Each topper is solid on one end for chewing, hollow on the opposite end to conveniently fit over standard #2 pencils, and textured all around for extra tactile input. The front side features large bumps, with small bumps on the back side for varied sensory input. ARK's Brick Stick® pencil topper comes in 3 color-coded toughness levels:Standard - the softest / chewiest option, recommended for mild chewingXT - XT stands for "Xtra Tough," recommended for moderate chewing XXT - XXT stands for "Xtra Xtra Tough," recommended for those who like the resistance of chewing on very hard items Details:
Each topper is sold individuallyBest practice is to use with eraser-less pencils (each topper comes with its own eraser-less pencil)Each topper is medical grade, FDA compliant, and contains NO lead, phthalates, PVC, BPA, or latexEach topper measures about 2.5" long, .6" wide, and about .5" thick (just a tad thicker than the Brick Stick necklace). Highly recommended for individuals who have Autism, sensory needs, anxiety, ADHD, etc, or for anyone of any age who needs to chew. Recommended for children 6-7 years and up (the age that children typically start using a standard pencil). Caution: This product is not a toy. Although these chew tools are sturdy and durable, no chew tool is indestructible. Wear/tear may be expected given the nature of the intended use. How long they last is typically equal to the amount and intensity of the chewing, as well as other variables (such as jaw strength, stress/anxiety levels, if other sensory strategies are in place, etc.). While for some people a chew tool will last forever, for others with heavy/aggressive oral needs, they may go through it very quickly. Please supervise at all times and replace if necessary if the item shows signs of wear and tear. For the longest lasting chew tool for avid chewing, see ARK's Y-Chew XXT.
We are your online store for logopedic therapy materials!
On logicana.at you will find materials for babies, children, adolescents and adults with myofunctional disorders. The products are carefully selected by speech therapist Melanie Haslinger. Always with the aim to make the therapy of orofacial myofunctional disorder colorful, colorful and at the same time effective.
Who are we?
Melanie and Daniel Haslinger are the store owners of logicana.at
Melanie, as a speech therapist who has specialized in orofacial myofunctional disorders in recent years, is the expert in jaw development, the person who selects the products and imparts knowledge. Daniel, her husband is the logistician, marketing expert and the organizer. You can also get personal product advice at logicana.at. There is also a LOGICANA-Letter, the newsletter where you get updates on products and also a knowledge newsletter. Besides the personal advice and the LOGICANA Letter, there are already some downloads available with a lot of interesting information and application examples about our products. With the help of the downloads and the product description, it should be easier for you to choose the right products for your needs. If you still have special questions, Melanie is at your disposal!
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Therapy needs for malocclusions
The issue of misaligned teeth and braces affects more and more families these days. Through early intervention and education of families, some braces could be prevented. And more importantly, repeat orthodontic intervention can often be avoided through myofunctional therapy. It can often be difficult to find the right ones in the jungle of products. On Logicana, for example, there are bite rings that are recommended in the special case of an open bite or myospots that help to adopt and learn the correct tongue rest position. Other products that support the malocclusions can be found here.
Is crucial for the development of the jaw. If the tongue lies against the palate at rest and during swallowing, the muscles of the tongue act on the upper jaw bones. In this way, the dental arch and the palate are formed around the tongue and malocclusions can be prevented at an early stage, or the growth of the jaw can be supported. Would you like to automate the correct tongue rest position? With the Myospots from our online store you have made the right choice. The little helpers on the palate support you in learning and automating the correct tongue rest position.
What factors have a negative impact on the development of the face?
Thumb sucking, excessive pacifier use, continuous mouth breathing, incorrect tongue rest position, fingernail biting and other harmful habits such as bruxism (teeth grinding), biting cheeks or tongue, etc. affect facial growth. Therefore, it is our concern to make speech therapy for orofacial myofunctional disorders colorful with innovative therapy materials. Thumb suckers or children who use the pacifier for too long often suffer from an open bite. Individuals who frequently chew on their tongues or cheeks are often found in practices with a cross bite. And mouth breathers often develop a narrow face shape, tired eyes and also different tooth misalignments.
Are there products here for people without myofunctional disorder?
Definitely: YES!
Logicana.at specializes in the prevention, diagnosis and therapy of myofunctional disorders. Therefore, we also offer graspers and teething rings for babies to support the healthy development of the mouth. Especially when your baby is teething, it is often helpful to massage the gums - and this works perfectly with our teething rings. The special feature of our most popular teething ring for your baby, the Baby Grabber, is the extension. With this extension, even the erupting molars can be reached and the pain relieved. In addition to the large selection of different shapes and colors of teething rings, there are also baby spoons made of silicone or a straw bottle in our online store to make learning to eat and drink easy for your baby. With these accessories, from reaching the complementary food maturity signs, eating and drinking is fun for you and your baby.
