{"product_id":"ark-bite-blocks-for-jaw-grading-and-stability-set-of-3","title":"ARK Bite Blocks for Jaw Grading and Stability, Set of 3","description":"\u003ch2\u003eARK Bite Blocks for Jaw Grading and Stability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eARK Bite Blocks are a set of three graded oral motor tools designed to build jaw grading and jaw stability. They are intended for use by therapists, school staff and parents working on oral motor skills with children and adults. Jaw grading is the ability to open the jaw in a controlled way to different heights, and jaw stability is the strength, coordination and endurance to hold the jaw steady without it sliding forwards or sideways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow it helps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach block has two arms of different thicknesses, giving six graded sizes across the set, from about 0.32 cm (0.125 inches) to 1.52 cm (0.6 inches). Gentle sensory bumps on each arm grip the teeth. The blocks are firm enough to give resistance but not fully rigid, so they are gentler on teeth. Start with the thickest block that fits comfortably, place it between the premolars on one side, and ask the user to bite and hold. Repeat on the other side. For more challenge, gently pull the block while the bite is held, or place it at the front of the mouth for a bite using both sides. Move to a thinner size once jaw control is consistent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFor schools\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports oral motor programmes set by a speech and language therapist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumbered sizes from 1 to 6 make progress easy to track and record.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour coded blocks help staff pick the right size quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWashes by hand or on the top rack of a dishwasher.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFor parents and home use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLets you continue therapy activities between sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear numbering shows which size to use next.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact set that is easy to store and carry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupporting SEND and learning differences\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome children and young people with SEND have difficulties with jaw control, which can affect eating, drinking and speech. Structured, graded practice with tools like these can form part of a wider oral motor plan agreed with a therapist, giving consistent practice at school and at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy graded jaw work can help\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA stable, well graded jaw gives a steady base for the lips and tongue to move independently. Working through sizes in small steps allows strength and control to build gradually. ARK suggests its Grabber or Y-Chew for softer chewing practice alongside the blocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you would like help deciding whether these blocks suit your learner, our team is happy to help.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ARK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58220350177662,"sku":"TA2619","price":18.74,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/6560\/6649\/files\/ark-bite-blocks-jaw-grading-stability__01019.1745543453.webp?v=1792053641","url":"https:\/\/www.thedyslexiashop.co.uk\/products\/ark-bite-blocks-for-jaw-grading-and-stability-set-of-3","provider":"The Dyslexia Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}