Please keep in mind that the content presented here is not all-inclusive, and should not be considered a substitute for an in-person evaluation and treatment by a certified Speech-Language Pathologist, Occupational Therapist, or another trained professional. The information contained in this blog is offered in good faith and represents only the author's current understanding of best therapeutic practices. Links / references to this site are welcome, but credit must be given back to this site. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP Top PostsĪll Rights Reserved. Tips, Strategies, and Advice from ARK's very own Debra C. Z Zeroing in on specific areas of the mouth Born in the age of modern technology, Gen Z-ers and the teenagers of 2021 have rightfully taken over the social media world introducing new trends, a culture, and a dominance of new hip terms. W “Waking up' the mouth and decreasing oral sensitivities ARKs Z-Vibe Vibratory Oral Motor Tool - build oral tone and improve a variety of speech, feeding, and sensory skills Highlights: Sleek, innovative design.

U Using tactile cues and oral stimulation When used with the Z-Vibe, the six tips provide a continuous vibrating sensation, adding a new level of sensory stimulation to muscle-based exercises. R Requiring the tongue to work independently from the jaw Special Supplies Buzz Buddy Oral Stimulation kit with 6 Soft Textured Interchangeable Heads, Calm Sensory Needs, Support Speech, and Stimulate Self Feeding, Gentle Vibrations. Q Quickening the acceptance of different food textures Click on any of the links below to learn more about Z-Vibe exercises for each one. How alert the individual is also affects oral skills. Whether or not the individual has digested and passed out the food from prior meals affect oral skills.

Positioning and alignment of the body affect oral movement. You can use the Z-Vibe to work on everything from oral defensiveness to biting and chewing skills to articulation and much more. Oral motor skills are impacted by many different things on the outside and on the inside of the body. The answer is C, that's how we came up with the name :)īut, it also happens that B is true, too. Because the Z-Vibe does everything from A to Z Because Debbie’s maiden name starts with Zī. A little ARK Trivia: How did we come up with the name for theĪ.

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