TalkTools® Sensi® Textured Side Spoon Tip
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The TalkTools® Sensi® Textured Side Spoon Tip TalkTools Sensi Textured Side Spoon Tip attaches to the TalkTools Sensi or Sensi Rechargeable to deliver simultaneous sensory stimulation to both corners of the mouth while eliciting lip closure, making it a valuable tool in careful feeding protocols and oral sensory awareness programs. Therapy Goals Provide oral sensory stimulation to the corners of the mouth and surrounding tissue during feeding Facilitate lip closure during spoon feeding through textured tactile input Increase oral sensory awareness in clients with reduced oral sensitivity Support safe swallowing of pureed foods by improving anterior lip seal Enhance oral-motor preparation for spoon feeding within pre-feeding protocols Key Benefits Textured dual-sided design delivers stimulation to both corners of the mouth simultaneously Softer, more flexible material reduces sensory discomfort for clients with oral hypersensitivity Ideal for clients on pureed diets; pureed food pouches load easily into the tip Promotes lip closure during feeding through tactile cueing from the corners of the mouth Used in careful feeding protocols and oral sensory awareness programs Compatible with TalkTools Sensi and Sensi Rechargeable vibrating tools Made in the USA; free of BPA, PVC, latex, phthalates, and lead; dishwasher safe Ideal for: SLPs and OTs using Oral Placement Therapy (OPT) in feeding programs Clients with reduced oral sensory awareness or lip hypotonia Individuals on pureed food diets who need assistance with lip closure during feeding Feeding therapists in NICU, school-based, private practice, or clinical settings Children and adults with cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, or autism Pre-feeding and early spoon-feeding skill development programs What's Included 1 x Textured Side Spoon Tip Not Included 1 x TalkTools Sensi or Sensi Rechargeable device required for use; sold separately Product Details Compatible with TalkTools Sensi and TalkTools Sensi Rechargeable (both sold separately) Construction Softer, more flexible material than standard spoon tips Material Medical-grade, FDA-compliant soft flexible material Details Made in the USA Safety FDA-compliant, BPA-free, PVC-free, latex-free, phthalate-free, lead-free Details Dishwasher safe Care Instructions Before first use: wash with warm water and mild soap; rinse thoroughly After each use: clean with warm water and mild soap, or place on the top rack of the dishwasher Do not submerge the Sensi device in water; only the tip is dishwasher safe Do not use harsh abrasives or chemical solvents Inspect before each use; discard at the first sign of damage or deterioration Warning: Use with adult supervision at all times. 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It is appropriate for clients with reduced oral sensory awareness or lip hypotonia, individuals on pureed food diets who need assistance with lip closure during feeding, and children and adults with cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, or autism. It is used in NICU, school-based, private practice, and clinical settings." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What therapy goals does the TalkTools Sensi Textured Side Spoon Tip support?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The Textured Side Spoon Tip supports the following therapy goals: providing oral sensory stimulation to the corners of the mouth and surrounding tissue during feeding; facilitating lip closure during spoon feeding through textured tactile input; increasing oral sensory awareness in clients with reduced oral sensitivity; supporting safe swallowing of pureed foods by improving anterior lip seal; and enhancing oral-motor preparation for spoon feeding within pre-feeding protocols." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How do you clean the TalkTools Sensi Textured Side Spoon Tip?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Before first use, wash the tip with warm water and mild soap and rinse thoroughly. After each use, clean with warm water and mild soap, or place on the top rack of the dishwasher. Do not submerge the Sensi device in water \u2014 only the tip itself is dishwasher safe. Avoid harsh abrasives or chemical solvents. Inspect before each use and discard at the first sign of damage or deterioration." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What conditions does the TalkTools Sensi Textured Side Spoon Tip help treat?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The Textured Side Spoon Tip is used with clients who have reduced oral sensory awareness, lip hypotonia (low lip muscle tone), and dysphagia. It is also appropriate for individuals with cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) who require oral sensory input and support with lip closure during spoon feeding. It is particularly suited for clients on pureed diets in pre-feeding and early spoon-feeding programs." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Are there any safety warnings for the TalkTools Sensi Textured Side Spoon Tip?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The TalkTools Sensi Textured Side Spoon Tip must be used with adult supervision at all times and is not recommended for use while sleeping. Inspect the product before every use and dispose of it at the first sign of damage or deterioration." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is the TalkTools Sensi Textured Side Spoon Tip compatible with pureed food diets?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes. The Textured Side Spoon Tip is specifically designed to work with pureed food diets. Pureed food loads easily into the tip, and the dual-sided textured design delivers sensory input to both corners of the mouth while the client receives the pureed food, making it a practical tool for feeding therapists working with clients on modified texture diets." } } ] } (function () { var toggles = document.querySelectorAll('.tt-accordion-toggle'); toggles.forEach(function (toggle) { toggle.addEventListener('click', function () { var expanded = this.getAttribute('aria-expanded') === 'true'; var panelId = this.getAttribute('aria-controls'); var panel = document.getElementById(panelId); this.setAttribute('aria-expanded', !expanded); if (expanded) { panel.classList.remove('is-open'); } else { panel.classList.add('is-open'); } }); }); })();
