ARK Textured Grabber®
€12.95
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
✨ Product Highlights
👄 Realistic textures for effective chewing training
✋🏼 Ergonomic P-shape for easy grip
🎯 Versatile tool for oral needs and therapy support
Product information "ARK Textured Grabber®"
Realistic Chewing Practice & Oral Stimulation
Developed by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP, the textured Grabber® is the structured version of ARK's original Grabber®.
Its ergonomic P-shape with loop handle ensures easy gripping, even for small or low-motor-control hands. The extended arm easily reaches the molars – perfect for targeted chewing and oral motor therapy.
🎯 Applications
- Provides oral and proprioceptive sensory input
- Safe alternative to chewing on hands, clothing, pencils, etc.
- Helps reduce teeth grinding and thumb sucking
- Supports the transition from purées to solid food
- Improves jaw strength, stability, and myofunctional skills
- Can be used for oral stimulation in tube-fed individuals
📐 Dimensions
- Total length: approx. 13 cm (5.1 in)
- Handle loop: approx. 5 cm (2 in)
- Chewing arm diameter: approx. 1.3 cm (0.5 in)
✅ Firmness Levels
- Standard (soft) – recommended for mild chewing
- XT (medium) – for moderate chewing
- XXT (firm) – for avid chewing
ℹ️ Toughness Selection Guide
- The more frequent and intense the chewing, the firmer the toughness level should be
- Chewing beginners should start with Standard or XT
- Standard or XT are also recommended for thumb or pacifier weaning
- XXT should only be chosen for very strong or aggressive chewing – e.g., on hard objects
🧼 Cleaning
- Dishwasher safe
- Boilable
- Clean with mild soap or aldehyde-free disinfectant
🌱 Material & Safety
- Made from medical-grade TPE
- Free from BPA, PVC, phthalates, lead, and latex
- CE certified
- Recommended from age 3+
- Not a toy – use under adult supervision
- Check for wear and replace if damaged
⚠️ Durability Note
- No chew tool is indestructible
- Durability depends on chewing strength, frequency, and individual factors
- Replace at first signs of wear