When using the Z-Vibe or Z-Grabber Handle, twist the switch tip *just* until it starts to vibrate. Any further twisting will not increase the vibration. Significant over-tightening is hard to do, but it may damage the motor and affect the performance of the handle. Most of us are either visual or auditory learners. But when these two senses are not enough, you may need to physically direct the articulators for certain speech and feeding skills. ARK's Z-Vibe® is anideal toolto help you do so. Therapists (and trained caregivers) can use it to provide targeted tactile cues within the oral cavity to teach tongue elevation, tongue lateralization, lip closure, rotary chewing, and much more. For example, use the Z-Vibe® to apply gentle pressure to the alveolar ridge (just behind the upper front teeth). Then remove the Z-Vibe® and instruct the individual to touch the same spot with his/her tongue tip. You can also follow up by prompting the individual to say the tongue tipsounds /t/d/n/l/.

Brush Tips - The soft version has gentle bristles for gum massage; the hard version has firmer bristles closer to that of a traditional toothbrush. These can be used to help get orally sensitive individuals more comfortable with oral care, so that they can eventually use regular toothbrushes, be more comfortable going to the dentist, etc. Essential Kit conține: Z-Vibe & Probe Tip + 7 accesorii pentru Z-Vibe (Y Tip, Tongue Depressor, Preefer Tip, Fine Tip, Textured Spoon Tip, Brush Tip, Button Tips) + o baterie de rezervă. Contents– You will receive one Z-Vibe in a handle colour of your choice – please select by using the drop-down box. A Probe Tip, Switch Tip and battery are included. Designed with versatility in mind, there are over 35 tip attachments available in various sizes, textures, and resiliencies. From spoons to toothbrushes to pencils and more, the same handle can shift goals simply by switching out one tip for another. Absolutely! It is very important for parents to follow through with recommended therapy techniques at home. On average, children see their speech therapists 1-2 times per week, but you see your child every day! Accelerate learning by working on your child's therapy homework every day, several times throughout the day. Ask your therapist to explain AND demonstrate the exercises and to give you tips for making progress at home. Detailed exercises on how to use the Z-Vibe can also be found in Tips & Techniques for the Z-Vibe®& Z-Grabber®.

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This was recommended by my son's OT. Before using it, he couldn't even get through a single cleaning at the dentist without gagging. After working with the Z-vibe, he had a visit at the dentist without gagging or fear. He uses it now before tooth brushing and it helps him tolerate the toothbrush. I recommend this product. Caution: the Z-Vibe is NOT a toy. It is a therapeutic tool intended to be used by a professional therapist (or by parents trained by their therapist). It contains small parts (including a battery) that may pose a choking hazard: Direct adult supervision is required at all times.ARK’s Z-Vibe este un instrument logopedic care ajută la îmbunătățirea problemelor de vorbire, de hrănire, desensibilizare, reducerea hipersalivației, tulburările de masticație și deglutiție. The pen adapter screws into the Z-Vibe® like every other tip, and the pencils fit nicely into the adapter.