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* Reduces the air ingested and effort required; less coughing and choking while drinking thin liquids.
* The 250ml. bottle is flexible enough to allow squeezing to assist in bringing fluids to the mouth and does not tip over easily.
* Not recommended for carbonated beverages
* Recommended for thin liquids (water, milk, juice without pulp, etc).
* If you're using thickened liquids, in general for most thickener brands: "nectar" consistency works fine. If you trim the tapered end of the valve to open up the flow, "honey" will work but will be harder to suck through the straw. "Pudding" does not work, as it's too thick to drink through even a regular straw without a valve.

Considerations

* WARNING: Some pieces could present as a choking hazard. Use under adult supervision.
* Some people have problems eating or drinking. This is a serious health risk. Signs include difficulty swallowing and chewing foods, coughing when eating or drinking, or food getting stuck in or spilling from the mouth. If you are concerned, visit a speech pathologist or consult your GP.

Place Of Manufacture

Germany and USA

Price Guide

Price is from The Therapy Store

Models

ARK Cip-Kup
OMO137A

Additional Dimensions

* Bottle holds 237mls
* Compatible with most standard 6mm diameter straws

Maintenance

* Dishwasher safe

Standards

Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For more information about standards also see
http://at-aust.org/home/assistive_technology/standards.html

TGA
Many of the items on the Assistive Technology Australia website are categorised as a Medical Device. Medical devices that are approved for use in Australia have been entered into a national database called the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG), which is maintained by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). You can ask the supplier for the ARTG number for the device you wish to purchase and search the ARTG for the entry. To access information on the ARTG visit www.tga.gov.au

When buying a medical device it is advisable to only choose a medical device that is recommended by a healthcare professional and has been included on the ARTG.