![]() ![]() Or use it to stroke the sides of the tongue to encourage lateralization (moving from side to side, a critical skill for manipulating food).Follow up by prompting the individual to say the tongue tip sounds /t/d/n/l/. Then remove the Probe and instruct the individual to touch the same spot with his/her tongue tip. For example, use the Probe to apply gentle pressure to the alveolar ridge (just behind the upper front teeth).Use the Probe to provide targeted tactile cues within the oral cavity to teach tongue elevation, lip closure, rotary chewing, and much more. But when these two senses are not enough, you may need to physically direct the articulators for certain speech and feeding skills. Most of us are either visual or auditory learners.It also helps introduce texture to puréed foods and eases the transition from puréed to textured foods. This is an excellent tactic for beginning spoon-users. Dip the Probe in foods to use it as a "dipper spoon" in feeding therapy.Then progress to the striated side, and eventually the bumpy side. For individuals with oral sensitivities or aversions, start with the smooth sides, as they provide the least input.It also helps introduce texture to puréed foods and eases the transition from puréed to textured foods That being said, babies younger than 2.5 still do use the Probe, too (as in the action shot above as a "dipper spoon").ĭip the Probe in foods to use it as a "dipper spoon" in feeding therapy. For children under 2.5 years, we recommend ARK's proMini which has a smaller tip. Recommended for ages approximately 2.5 years and up (depending on the mouth size).NO lead, phthalates, PVC, BPA, or latex.Made in the USA, medical grade, FDA compliant.Ideal for oral motor exercises, gum massage, and sensory stimulation whether you’re at home, in therapy, or anywhere in between. At less than 5 inches in length, they’re super lightweight, compact, and portable. The blue tip is softer with more "give" to be gentle on the lips, tongue, cheeks, and tongue. ![]() The white handle is rigid for an easy grip. Use it to stimulate the gums, palate, lips, cheek, and tongue by tapping, stroking, and applying gentle pressure. ![]() These textured surfaces provide tactile input, awareness, and sensation. It has a rectangular tip that is bumpy on one side, striated on the other, and smooth along the edges. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP, ARK's Oral Motor Probe™ is an excellent tool for oral motor treatment and sensory development.
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