{"product_id":"ark-prosqueezer-lip-tongue-and-jaw-exerciser-set-of-3","title":"ARK proSqueezer Lip, Tongue and Jaw Exerciser Set of 3","description":"\u003ch2\u003eARK proSqueezer Lip, Tongue and Jaw Exerciser Set\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe ARK proSqueezer set contains three V-shaped oral motor tools that give resistance when squeezed. They are designed to support biting skills, tongue elevation and lip closure for children and young people with SEND and oral motor needs. The set was invented by speech and language therapist Angeliki Xygka and is made by ARK Therapeutic in the USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow it helps\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach tool is a V shape that springs back after being squeezed, so the jaw, tongue or lips have something to work against. The three tools give graded resistance: magenta is the easiest, yellow is medium and orange is the hardest. ARK suggests starting with magenta and moving on to yellow and then orange. For jaw strength, the indented areas of the yellow tool are placed between the teeth. For lip closure, the magenta or yellow tool is held between the lips and squeezed using only the lips.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFor schools\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree levels in one set let staff follow a clear progression across a therapy programme.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour-coded levels make it easy to see which stage a pupil is working at.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports targeted practice for lips, tongue and jaw with one kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be cleaned by hand or on the top rack of a dishwasher.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFor parents and home use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps you continue exercises recommended by your child's therapist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear colour progression helps children see their progress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShort, simple exercises fit easily into a daily routine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne set covers several goals, so there is less to buy and store.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSupporting SEND and learning differences\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSome children with SEND and learning differences have low strength or control in the lips, tongue or jaw. This can affect eating, drinking and speech clarity. Graded resistance exercises give a structured way to practise and build these skills over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy resistance exercises can help\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWorking against gentle resistance is a common way to build strength and control in muscles. In oral motor work, practitioners use tools like these so a child can feel the effort needed and gradually increase it. The proSqueezer should be used under adult supervision at all times, ideally following a therapist's advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eChoosing your resistance level\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagenta:\u003c\/strong\u003e easiest, a good starting point and suitable for lip closure practice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYellow:\u003c\/strong\u003e medium, with indented areas for jaw strength and also usable for lip closure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrange:\u003c\/strong\u003e hardest, with the most resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you would like help choosing oral motor tools, please contact our team.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ARK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58220339003774,"sku":"TA2626","price":20.44,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/6560\/6649\/files\/ark-prosqueezer-multi-purpose-oral-motor-exercise-set__03363.1745550383.webp?v=1792053547","url":"https:\/\/www.thedyslexiashop.co.uk\/products\/ark-prosqueezer-lip-tongue-and-jaw-exerciser-set-of-3","provider":"The Dyslexia Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}