Therapy Tools

The LAX VOX® tube: top quality - developed by voice experts.The LAX VOX® tube is your faithful companion in everyday vocal life, in singing lessons or on tour - and your savior in a (vocal) emergency. After just 2-3 minutes of "Laxvoxing", you will become calmer, your voice will relax and sound clearer and fuller. LAX VOX® complements your daily vocal care, prepares your voice optimally for your working day and is an effective relaxation exercise. It reduces signs of fatigue and acts like a spa for your voice. "LAX VOX® is my faithful companion on tour and in the studio! It's simple, relaxed and gives me a feeling of security! I always have the opportunity to do something good for my voice." -- Stefanie Heinzmann, singer Our original LAX VOX® tubing is made of high-quality, pollutant-free medical silicone. This is used in medicine for short-term implants, among other things, and can remain in the body for up to seven days. It produces neither by-products nor decomposition products.The LAX VOX® tube is: platinum cross-linked free from harmful substances free from plasticizers that are hazardous to health colorfast and odorless heat-resistant and dishwasher-safe biocompatible according to USP Class VI And therefore absolutely safe and harmless to use. Also for children.LAX VOX® tube Dimensions: Length: 35 cm Inner diameter: 1 cm Wall thickness: 2 mm Markings: The markings at 1-6 cm were added by Stephanie A. Kruse. They are for visual orientation and help to set the tube depth optimally for the respective vocal target and to control it. This article contains: 1 LAX VOX® tube - please choose your color!Here you can find a video! (german) and a Flyer (engl.)

The LAX VOX® bottle - The versatile bottle is the environmentally friendly alternative to plastic bottles. The bottle is made of borosilicate glass and includes markings to indicate the amount of water. The trendy lid has a sealing lip on the inside to close the bottle tightly. At 0.5 l, the Retap® bottle is the perfect size and fits perfectly in the hand. It is also dishwasher, microwave and fridge safe. So you can also use it as a drinking bottle!Numerous awards for the sustainable reusable product underline the very well thought-out implementation, including the Promotional Gift Award, Red Dot Design Award and Good Design Award.This set contains: 1x LAX VOX® tube made of medical silicone (platinum cross-linked) 1x LAX VOX® bottle (500 ml) made of sturdy borosilicate glass.1x LAX VOX® bag (handmade) in your desired color (please select)Bottle details: Material: borosilicate glass, Lid made of thermoplastic elastomer (TPE, made in Denmark) Volume: 500 ml, height: 190mm, circumference: 80mm (max.) Weight: 202 g (with lid)Watch the video here!(german) and a flyer (engl.)

Stylish and practical: the LAX VOX® set SMALL The LAX VOX® SMALL set includes a LAX VOX® tube and a LAX VOX® bag - everything you need to start caring for, regenerating and training your voice.LAX VOX® is your daily companion in your voice-intensive everyday life. With your LAX VOX® SMALL set, you can store your tube hygienically and take it with you wherever you need it. The bag protects your hose from dust, etc. and your handbag, documents and desk from water that can leak out of the hose. It also looks very stylish and guarantees you a professional appearance in therapy, lessons, rehearsals or backstage.This set also makes a wonderful original gift for any voice enthusiast."15 years as a voice professional and then came LAX VOX®: NEVER AGAIN WITHOUT. All my students use this nurturing method for practicing. My LAX VOX® tube is always with me - in the studio, in the practice room, in class, at sound check, during the break at the gig. Rescuer, trainer, feel-good device. Thank you LAX VOX®!" - Sabine Kühlich, jazz singer, lecturer at the Conservatorium Maastricht Maastricht. The LAX VOX® SMALL set contains: 1 LAX VOX® tube - made of non-toxic medical silicone, platinum-cured, biocompatible according to USP Class VI - free from harmful plasticizers - easy to clean: heat-resistant and dishwasher-safe - dimensions: 35 cm length, 1 cm diameter, 2 mm wall thickness1 LAX VOX® bag - made of 100% cotton - water-repellent, thanks to double coating of acrylic and Teflon - handmade and embroidered with the LAX VOX® logo - with magnetic press studs for easy opening and closing Care instructions for the LAX VOX® bag: The LAX VOX® bag can be machine washed at 30°. Ironing is possible up to level two. Unfortunately, the bags are not suitable for tumble drying.Note: The colors in the product photos shown on the screen may differ slightly from the colors of the delivered product. Here you can watch a video (german) and a flyer (engl.)

The classic starter set from LAX VOX®The LAX VOX® starter set includes a LAX VOX® tube and a LAX VOX® bottle, everything you need to get started with voice training. The LAX VOX® starter set includes: 1 LAX VOX® tube - made of non-toxic medical silicone, platinum-cured, biocompatible according to USP Class VI - free from harmful plasticizers - easy to clean: heat-resistant and dishwasher-safe - dimensions: 35 cm length, 1 cm diameter, 2 mm wall thickness 1LAX VOX® bottle - The borosilicate glass bottle includes a marker to help you fill the bottle with water. The trendy lid has a sealing lip on the inside to close the bottle tightly. At 0.5 l, the Retap® bottle is the perfect size and fits perfectly in the hand. It is also dishwasher, microwave and fridge safe.Bottle details: Material: borosilicate glass, lid made of thermoplastic elastomer (TPE, made in Denmark) Volume: 500 ml Height: 190mm Circumference: 80mm (max.) Weight: 202 g (with lid)Watch the video here!(german) and a flyer (engl.)

One sided Cheek RetractorWith long handle for a free working areaUseful, e.g for myofunctional TherapyPhoto optimizedConvenient for the patientAutoclavable (Instructions for reprocessing)

Duration is a necessary component of speech, as it allows us to continue to vocalize or verbalize on a single exhalation. Duration is a goal we must address when working on improving oral airflow for abdominal grading in each of the air-for-phonation activities described in “Oral Placement Therapy for Speech Clarity and Feeding.”The Duration Tubes activity can provide the prerequisite skills for the Horn Hierarchy, Bubble Hierarchy and Candle Blowing Hierarchy. As you work through the hierarchies, your client will be required to use an increasing duration of airflow. Provide a visual cue for increasing controlled airflow.Here you can watch a video.Includes 3 Duration Tubes (colors may vary), 3 mouthpieces, 3 plastic balls, 3 puff balls, and TalkTools original instruction bookletWARNING! - CHOKING HAZARD due to small parts - Adult supervision is required at all time!

With the bubble bear blowing is even more fun!And because blowing bubbles can also be a valuable workout, it often makes sense to learn or improve this skill.Which skills are trained:the dosage of force when blowingthe control and direction of the air flowthe mobility of the velum lip rounding and tongue retractionYou can watch a video here.The bear is available individually or in 2 different sets! You can choose between the classic "Pustefix"(250ml) or the innovative "Scent SationalBubbles". CAUTION: Not suitable for children under 36 months. Choking hazard due to swallowable liquid.

TalkTools’ original Spinner and Toothies is an excellent tool for diagnosing sensory-motor deficits, promoting awareness of the oral cavity, and reducing "fixing." It is commonly used by TalkTools therapists as a sensory activity prior to therapy when clients don’t tolerate tools in their mouth yet. As a diagnostic tool, it can reveal Hypersensitivity, Hyposensitivity and Tactile Defensiveness (among others), conditions that may interfere with oral placement, feeding and speech therapy. As a therapy tool, it can assist in improving responsiveness to sensory information on and within the oral cavity.Diagnostic and therapy tool for the sensory system Includes 1 Spinnner, 20 Toothies and TalkTools original instruction booklet2 AAA Batteries not included

The large set for convinced "Froggy's" at a crazy special price. The set includes 12 Froggymouth - 5 small, 5 medium and 2 large. You would prefer other sizes? Then write us an e-mail and we will put the set together for you! The Froggys come with a book (English) and brochures in a practical storage box.The free course for the Froggymouth is available here!(only in German)You can find the size chart here.Here you can find an introduction video from Dr. Fellus.Due to our dealer agreement with Froggymouth we are only allowed to ship to Austria, Germany and Switzerland.Here is a list with the other European partners.

The starter set for therapists!Includes a Froggymouth small and medium plus the book (english). The course for the Froggymouth is available here for free! (only in German)You can find the size chart here.Here you can find an introduction video from Dr. Fellus.Due to our dealer agreement with Froggymouth we are only allowed to ship to Austria, Germany and Switzerland.Here is a list with the other European partners.

NEUROSCIENCES AND SWALLOWING REHABILITATION: FroggyMouth : an anoetic approachFor decades we treated incorrect tooth position with mechanical treatments. But these treatments can be harmful, expensive, they often relapse. That is why in recent years, the school of thought of functional treatments has been growing and is continuing to do so. We realised that, oral dysmorphia is, most of the time, caused by oral dysfunctions. By rehabilitating these dysfunctions, we can reduce the length of mechanical treatments, and even avoid them when the patient is treated early enough. This book presents how, in symbiosis with the progress in neurosciences made by the 2000 Nobel Prize Eric Kandel.Dr Patrick Fellus is a retired Orthodontist who performed pediatric orthodontics for more than 40 years. He is a pioneer in the use of functional treatments in Orthodontics, and after years of practice he realised that swallowing was at the heart of all oro-facial praxis. That is why he worked on the rehabilitation of swallowing and, by experimenting, he found that the lips actually play a crucial role. In 2012, after years of thinking, he eventually completed the reunion of all his ideas in one device : the FroggyMouth.written in englishHere you can see an introduction video from Dr. Fellus

THE FIRST ANOETIC* SWALLOWING REHABILITATION DEVICEIn just a few weeks, Froggymouth stops atypical swallowing and allows secondary swallowing to take place, encouraging nasal breathing.Froggymouth® supports you or your child in:Shortening the therapy time Improving the resultsReduction of recurrence or regressionFroggymouth® can be worn with all other orthodontic appliances! How does Froggymouth® work?Froggymouth® should be worn for 15 minutes a day in front of the TV. While the patient is wearing the appliance, this physiological swallowing pattern is automatically trained. Please follow the following rules carefully:Wear the Froggymouth® once or twice a day for 15 minutes to quickly and effectively achieve a new swallowing pattern. A routine can be helpful here.Wear the Froggymouth® in front of a TV or raised screen. Activities where the head is tilted downward are not effective.The patient's attention should be focused on the screen so that the new swallowing pattern is automatic and as natural as possible. It is normal to produce more saliva while wearing the Froggymouth®, especially in the first few days. After about 10 days, the situation should have improved. Until your next appointment with your therapist, keep observing yourself or your child on the following points:Tongue restNeck and shoulder posture/tensionSleep qualityImportant: Wear the device EVERY day. If the 15 minutes of Froggymouth® wearing had to be interrupted, start again!What size do I need? Find a guide here.Here you can find an introduction video from Dr. Fellus. Cleaning: Clean the Froggymouth® with a toothbrush and toothpaste or alcohol-free mouthwash. Let it dry completely and put it back in the box provided.It is the only device that prevents a lip seal from forming, which is an essential element of atypical swallowing. By preventing any form of sucking, it perpetuates functional reeducation and thus the stability of your treatments. Designed by Dr. Fellus at Robert Debré Hospital in Paris, France, this device is manufactured entirely in France, complies with ISO 13485, and is CE and FDA certified. It does not contain latex or phthalates.Due to our dealer agreement with Froggymouth we are only allowed to ship to Austria, Germany and Switzerland.Here is a list with the other European partners.

Invented by Angeliki Xygka, BSc / MSc, SLP and developed by ARK, the proSqueezer is an oral motor tool specifically designed to facilitate biting skills and lip closure.The V shape provides resistance as you squeeze it - perfect for exercising the jaw and/or lips. The proSqueezer comes in a set of three difficulty levels: magenta (easiest), yellow (medium) and orange (hardest).Start with the magenta proSqueezer and eventually progress to the yellow and orange ones. The orange one provides the most resistance for increased difficulty.Angeliki is a speech and language therapist, myofunctional therapist, and SI therapist based in Athens, Greece with over 25 years of experience, specializing in Apraxia, speech and language delay, stuttering, feeding therapy, and tongue thrust therapy.An excellent addition to any oral motor tool bag!medical grade, FDA compliant No BPA, PVC, lead, phthalates, or latexEach tool measures about 19,5cm long and 3,3cm at the widest partDishwasher-safe (no drying cycle or added heat)Sold in a set (1 magenta, 1 yellow and 1 orange tool)Also available separately as tip attachments for the Z-VibePatent pending Logicana recommends:Use the ProSqueezer™ also as a training device for the tongue by placing the squeezer in the mouth so that the tip of the tongue and the upper incisors touch the squeezer. Make sure the jaw stays open and only the tongue moves upward. You can vary again, either repeat the tongue elevation rhythmically several times in a row or the exercise can also be done statically and the tongue held up.Exercises to work on biting skills:Place the proSqueezer in front of the mouth and ask the individual to bite down 5 times using the front teeth. Then bite and hold for up to 5 seconds. Place the proSqueezer in between the premolars to one side. Ask the individual to bite down 5 times. Then bite and hold for up to 5 seconds. Repeat on the other side of the mouth.Exercise to work on lip closure:Place the proSqueezer in front of the mouth and ask the individual to squeeze the lips closed 5 times (using only the lips, no teeth). Then ask them to squeeze and hold for up to 5 seconds.Caution: this therapeutic tool should be used under adult supervision at all times.Caution: this therapeutic tool should be used under adult supervision at all times.

In order to be well prepared for a frenotomy, it is advantageous if different professional groups work together. Speech therapists, body therapists (physio, osteo, cranio, etc.), physicians, etc. are usually part of a holistic treatment approach. The guidance of the fascial system before and during the procedure, the essential preparation and follow-up through myofunctional therapy as well as the procedure itself by the physician is equally crucial for success. With the help of the Myospots, the tongue resting position can be trained and automated. This is the goal of any myofunctional therapy and should also be trained after a frenotomy. Progress in myofunctional therapy, fascia therapy or frenotomy can be measured using the measurement tool.The relationship between the different measurement results provides information about the capabilities of the tongue. This set is ideal for you if you treat patients from the 3rd birthday onwards before and after a frenotomy or if you also want to make the progress of myofunctional therapy (especially tongue mobility) measurable.The instructions for using the tongue tie measuring template can be found here! The set consists of:Myospots Strawberry25 pieces of tongue tie measuring tool (synthetic paper - reusable)

In order to be well prepared for a frenotomy, it is advantageous if different professional groups work together. Speech therapists, body therapists (physio, osteo, cranio, etc.), physicians, etc. are usually part of a holistic treatment approach. The guidance of the fascial system before and during the procedure, the essential preparation and follow-up by myofunctional therapy, as well as the procedure itself by the physician is equally crucial for success.This set is essential for the myofunctional therapy portion of the procedure, as the tongue elevation and lateralization tools, tongue measurement tool and Myospots make preparing and automating the tongue resting position a breeze. The instructions for using the tongue measuring tool can be found here! The Frenotomy Set 2 consists of: Myospots StrawberryTalkTools® Tongue Tip Lateralization and Elevation Tool25 pieces of tongue measuring tool (synthetic paper-reusable) 

A pillar of OPT (Oral Placement Therapy), the Straw Therapy promotes jaw-lip-tongue dissociation through twelve stages of development. It can be used to teach tongue retraction, grading, controlled tongue movements, and lip rounding, among other oral-motor skills.This activity, like the Horn Hierarchy, is fun for clients and appreciated by speech and feeding therapists for its effectiveness and affordability.Convenient kit needed to implement Straw Hierarchy, a pillar of Oral Placement TherapyIncludes one of each straw in TalkTools’ Straw Hierarchy (colors may vary), one replacement Straw #1, two lip blocks, and TalkTools original instruction booklet Not dishwasher safe One-hour online course available to learn more on Straw Therapya short video can be found here

All TalkTools Jiggler® are effective for increasing sensory awareness in the muscles of the jaw, lips, and reducing "fixing" or tightening in the muscles of the jaw.In some cases the Jigglers, satisfy the need for temporomandibular joint (TMJ) stimulation as a replacement to negative oral habits. In addition, each individual TalkTools Jiggler® can be used to meet more specific needs:Unicorn Therapeutic Goals:GOAL #1: To reduce "fixing" (tightening in the muscles of the jaw) before muscle-based exercises, feeding and speech. This will satisfy the need for TMJ stimulation and release of a tonic bite. GOAL #2: To improve lip closure and tongue retraction before muscle-based exercises, feeding and speech. Feeding - Spoon feeding and cup drinking OPT - Flat mouthed horns & tongue depressor Speech - /ml /b/ /p/GOAL #3: To introduce spoon feeding for clients including those with oral aversions. Sloth Therapeutic Goals:GOAL #1: To reduce "fixing" (tightening in the muscles of the jaw) prior to the introduction of muscle-based exercises and/or to satisfy the need for TMJ stimulation. GOAL #2: To improve sensory awareness in the muscles of the jaw and lips, prior to the introduction of muscle-based exercises. Feeding - Spoon Feeding OPT - Flat mouthed horns and tongue depressor Speech - /m/ /b/ /p/ GOAL #3: To improve lip rounding. Feeding - Straw drinking OPT - Bubble blowing and round mouth horns Speech - /oo/ /oh/ /w/Dragon Therapeutic Goals: GOAL #1: To increase sensory awareness. GOAL #2: To improve lip rounding and tongue retraction. Feeding - Straw Drinking OPT - Bubble blowing and round mouth horns Speech - /oo/ /oh/ /w/ GOAL #3: To improve lip rounding and lip protrusion with the added texture on the Dragon for clients who need additional sensory input. Feeding - Straw Drinking OPT - Bubble blowing and round mouth horns Speech - /oo/ /oh/ /w/ /r/ /sh/ /ch/ Frog Therapeutic Goals: GOAL #1: To reduce "fixing" (tightening in the muscles of the jaw) before muscle-based exercises, feeding and speech. This will satisfy the need for TMJ stimulation and release of a tonic bite. GOAL #2: To increase sensory awareness, using a smooth surface, in the muscles of the jaw and lips prior to the introduction of muscle-based exercises. Feeding - Spoon feeding and cup drinking OPT - Flat mouth horns, tongue depressor activity for lip closure Speech - /m/ /b/ /p/ GOAL #3: To improve lip rounding and lip protrusion. Feeding - Straw Drinking OPT - Bubble blowing and round mouth horns Speech - /oo/ /oh/ /w/ /r/ /sh/ /ch/ Requires 2 AA Batteries which are NOT included.CONTRADICTIONS: Do NOT use this tool with clients who have been diagnosed with seizure disorders that are stimulated by vibration. These tools are intended for external use with adult supervision. Chewing on these tools is not recommended. 

Progressive Jaw Closure Tubes are particularly effective for clients with Cerebral Palsy, traumatic brain injury, and for adults with limited jaw mobility following radiation treatments.This set of tools (six graduated tubes) is designed to teach jaw closure for clients who cannot close the jaw on command for feeding or speech sound production. Used in a hierarchy, the tubes each teach volitional jaw closure and lip rounding, which are needed for straw drinking and speech development, among others.Teach jaw closure for clients who cannot close the jaw on command Includes six firm tubes and TalkTools instruction booklet Reusable, durable and easy to clean

TalkTools’ motivational Horn Hierarchy teaches essential oral-motor skills needed in OPT (Oral Placement Therapy).Developed by Sara Rosenfeld-Johnson, this therapy addresses deficits in abdominal grading, is a prerequisite for improving velopharyngeal functioning and targets specific speech sounds. In combination with the Straw Hierarchy, it is an invaluable technique for eliminating tongue thrusting. It can also be used to reduce or even eliminate drooling. Horn Hierarchy is at the center of Oral Placement TherapyTeaches lip closure, abdominal grading, controlled oral airflow, speech clarityKit includes one of each horn in TalkTools’ Horn Hierarchy (colors may vary), one replacement Horn #12, and TalkTools original instruction bookletNot dishwasher safeOne-hour online course available to learn more on Horn TherapyCaution: Adult Supervision Required to use this therapy horn and the Horn Kit Program. Intended for use as part of the TalkTools Horn Kit and associated hierarchy Horn Kit Program.

These remarkable tools teach tongue tip lateralization, elevation and depression for improved feeding skills and speech clarity.Their design helps establish jaw stability to facilitate independent movements of the tongue tip from the jaw. They can also be used to help improve fascial restrictions associated with a tongue tie , but cannot stretch the frenulum.Teach tongue tip independent movements from the jawTools work at steps #3 and #4 in the hierarchy of Tongue-Jaw DissociationAppropriate for both children and adultsIncludes set of two tools and TalkTools original instruction booklet

They teach jaw stability and grading through movement and resistance.Jaw exercises should be used even when there is excessive tongue protrusion as they will address tongue retraction goals. They are appropriate as well for those who need additional tactile input. Jaw stability and grading are needed for speech clarity and feeding skills.Includes a set of two unassembled jaw exercisers and TalkTools original instruction booklet.Made from FDA-approved materialsReusable, durable and easy to clean.

This essential tool is used in the famous activity “Bite Block hierarchy.”Jaw Grading Bite Blocks promote symmetrical jaw strength, stability, and grading for clients with weak jaw musculature evidenced during speech sound production or feeding (i.e. reduced mobility, sliding, or jutting).As many OPT (Oral Placement Therapy) tools, it is used both to diagnose and treat. Excellent for use with Dysarthria, Apraxia and Dyspraxia.A TalkTools bestseller that promotes jaw strength, stability, and gradingIncludes two sets of six Bite Blocks and TalkTools original instruction bookletReusable, durable and easy to clean, Hard textured surfaceAlso available in a Sensory Friendly (purple) set

The highly-functional Sensory Friendly Bite Blocks promote symmetrical jaw strength, stability, and grading for clients with weak jaw musculature evidenced during speech sound production or feeding (i.e. reduced mobility, sliding, or jutting).As many OPT (Oral Placement Therapy) tools, it is used both to diagnose and treat.Excellent for use with Dysarthria, Apraxia and Dyspraxia. Some clients may prefer biting into a softer surface as they work their way through the Bite Block hierarchy. The Sensory Friendly Bite Blocks work in exactly the same manner as the original version, but are constructed of a softer, more pliable material.A TalkTools original that promotes jaw strength, stability, and gradingIncludes two sets of six Bite Blocks and TalkTools original instruction bookletReusable, durable and easy to clean Soft, textured surface Also available, the original Jaw Grading set

NUK Suction trainer, for school children, for therapeutic practice and myotherapeutic training according to Padovan.Made using natural rubber latex Extra long teat neck to accommodate anatomical needsExtra large sucking part for optimal adaptation in the oral cavityLarger anatomical mouth shield especially for school children and adultsBPA free Unlike conventional soothers, the NUK Suction Trainer is a medical device. As a therapeutic instrument, it makes an important contribution to overcoming sucking weakness and normalizing malfunctions in oral motor functions (e.g. in mouth breathing, disturbances in sucking, chewing, swallowing, speaking and mimic gestures). In addition, stubborn habits such as teeth grinding, teeth clenching, and tongue clenching associated with pain and clicking in the temporomandibular joints can be effectively treated. Equally important and valuable is the logopedic use of the NUK Suction Trainer as part of a breathing, voice and speech therapy. Suction training can also be used as a part of Padovan myotherapeutic training to rework or repeat the natural sequence of building perceptual and movement skills. Gaps, errors and deficiencies can be compensated for in this way. Available in the sizes:small - for school childrenlarge - for adults Please note that we can only deliver the suction trainer to Austria and Germany! 

ARK’s proBarbell™ Set is a fun and engaging way to work on lip closure and lip strength, fundamental skills needed for proper speech and feeding development.Using tongue depressors with quarters taped on either end has been a DIY oral motor exercise for many years. ARK's proBarbell set offers a fun, high quality upgrade of that oral motor activity - no more small parts or tape to worry about!Each proBarbell™ set includes two tools. The blue barbell has the equivalent weight of 1 quarter (6grams) on each end, and the green barbell has the equivalent weight of 2 quarters (12grams) on each end.To use: Place the flat part of the blue barbell in between the lips. Instruct the individual to hold it there (using the lips only, no teeth) to work on lip closure, strength, and endurance. For increased difficulty, use the green barbell which is heavier.Working on lip closure can help improve feeding skills, drinking skills, saliva control, speech sound production, and more. Made in the USA, medical grade, FDA compliant No BPA, PVC, lead, phthalates, or latexEach handle measures about 13,5 cm longDishwasher-safeSold in a set (1 blue and 1 green tool)Patent pendingCaution: this therapeutic tool should be used under adult supervision at all times.

Measuring template for the freedom of movement of the tongue. This measurement template can be used as an additional screening tool in the evaluation of functional restriction of the lingual frenulum.It can also be used to record the progress of myofunctional therapy. Instructions for using the tongue tie measurement template can be found here. (Includes formula for the relationship between maximum jaw opening width and tongue mobility). The product is available in 2 versions:Paper - 350g thick, Size: 6.8 cm x 4.1 cm, This is a disposable product.Synthetic paper - 375g strong with antimicrobial coating, water and tear resistant, Size: 6.8 cm x 4.1 cm. Can be used multiple times for the same patient. DisinfectableAvailable in 10, 25 or 50 pieces.

ARK’s proButton™ Set is a fun and engaging way to work on lip closure and lip strength, fundamental skills needed for proper speech and feeding development.Speech therapists have been doing a "button pull" lip closure activity with their clients since the 1970s by tying string through buttons. ARK's proButton set offers a safer, professional upgrade of that classic oral motor exercise - no more small parts or thin string to worry about!Each proButton™ set includes two double-sided handles for a total of four different “button” diameters. The yellow handle has buttons of 1,3cm and 1,5cm in diameter (labeled 1 and 2, respectively). The teal handle has buttons of 1,8cm and 2cm in diameter (labeled 3 and 4, respectively). Starting with the largest button that comfortably fits in the individual's mouth, place the "button" inside the lips (in front of the teeth). Have the individual close their lips around the button while you pull and do a gentle "tug and pull" motion for resistance. Eventually transition to the smaller diameter buttons as the individual progresses.Working on lip closure can help improve feeding skills, drinking skills, saliva control, speech sound production, and moreMedical grade, FDA compliant No BPA, PVC, lead, phthalates, or latexEach handle measures just under 14,3cm longDishwasher-safe Sold in a set (1 yellow and 1 teal tool)Caution: this therapeutic tool should be used under adult supervision at all times.

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.

ARK's oro-Navigator™ is an oral motor tool specifically designed to promote lateral tongue movement.Use it to navigate the tongue from side to side to establish the concept of tongue lateralization, or up and down to establish the concept of tongue elevation. Simply place the cuff over the side (or front) of the tongue to guide it.Made in the USA, medical grade, FDA compliant NO lead, phthalates, PVC, BPA, or latexSold individuallyRecommended for ages 3 years and up, depending on the mouth sizeDishwasher-safe Caution: this therapeutic tool should be used under adult supervision at all times.

Designed by speech-language pathologist Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP, ARK's Oral Motor Probe™ is an excellent tool for oral motor treatment and sensory development.It has a rectangular tip that is bumpy on one side, striated on the other, and smooth along the edges. These textured surfaces provide tactile input, awareness, and sensation. Use it to stimulate the gums, palate, lips, cheek, and tongue by tapping, stroking, and applying gentle pressure.ARK's Probe was specifically designed with safety in mind. The handle is made out of a hard, medical grade plastic. Then the same soft, medical grade material as the Grabber® is molded through and around a loop in at the end of the handle so that the tip will NOT fall off. At less than 13cm in length, they’re super lightweight, compact, and portable. Ideal for oral motor exercises, gum massage, and sensory stimulation whether you’re at home, in therapy, or anywhere in between.Made in the USA, medical grade, FDA compliant NO lead, phthalates, PVC, BPA, or latexSold individually Recommended for ages 2.5 years and up. For children under 2.5, see ARK's proMini (same design but smaller for smaller mouths)Dishwasher-safeCaution: this therapeutic tool should be used under adult supervision at all times.

Designed for those smaller mouths, ARK's Oral Motor proMini™ is a smaller version of our favorite Probe.It has a rectangular tip that is bumpy on one side, striated on the other, and smooth along the edges. These textured surfaces provide tactile input, awareness, and sensation. Use as an oral massage brush to stimulate the gums, palate, lips, cheek, and tongue by tapping, stroking, and applying gentle pressure. For individuals with oral sensitivities or aversions, start with the smooth sides, as they provide the least input. Then progress to the striated side, and eventually the bumpy side. You can also dip the proMini in foods for use as a "dipper spoon" in feeding therapy. This is an excellent tactic for beginning spoon-users and to introduce texture to puréed foods.ARK's proMini was specifically designed with safety in mind. The handle is made out of a hard, medical grade plastic. Then the same soft, medical grade material as the Grabber® is molded through and around a loop at the end of the handle so that the tip will NOT fall off. At less than 13cm in length, they’re super lightweight, compact, and portable. Ideal for oral motor exercises, gum massage, and sensory stimulation whether you’re at home, in therapy, or anywhere in between. Made in the USA, medical grade, FDA compliant NO lead, phthalates, PVC, BPA, or latexSold individuallyRecommended for children up to 2.5 years under the guidance of a therapist. For children over 2.5, check out ARK's Probe.Dishwasher-safeCaution: this therapeutic tool should be used under adult supervision at all times.