ARK's Select-Flow Valves

These select-flow valves can be used with either our Cip-Kup™ or our Sip-Tip®, as well as with most regular drinking straws. They allow fluid to remain in the straw without flowing back into the cup, which is great for individuals who have difficulty generating and maintaining suction. By keeping fluid at the top of the straw, this valve can also make the move from bottle-feeding to cup drinking an easier transition. When purchased, the valve opening is set for moderate restriction for users who tend to aspirate when taking too much fluid in one swallow. The valve can be trimmed to increase the flow, thereby decreasing the effort required to drink. Adjust the flow you need by cutting back the tapered stem of the valve with scissors as shown. Each valve is made of medical grade materials that are FDA compliant and contain no lead, phthalates, PVC, BPA, or latex.

MADE in the USA ensures that all plastics and colors are compliant with the FDA.

To the therapist and/or caregiver using these valves: please use caution as they are small parts and can pose a choking hazard. Use must be supervised at all times.

Average Customer Review: 2 Reviews

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Overall good product, 3.3.2012

Reviewer: KIM C (GOSHEN, KY)

It does what they say it will do. It definitely holds the liquid in the straw which is helpful for those who just swallow too much air as they advance the liquid. You have to cut the valve to allow for an easier flow if the goal is to make it easier for those who lack the strength/stamina to advance the liquid all the way up the straw each time. The one way valve straws probably are a better bet for these individuals. I'v tried it also with a couple of children who just need a slower flow and it does slow them down a little but not as much as I would have liked.

The Key to Successful Feeding Therapy, 3.30.2011

Reviewer: Elizabeth N (Bettendorf, IA)

This little plastic valve is the key to successful feeding therapy as far as I'm concerned. Our 1 yr old daughter is learning to use a straw and she does not have to oral motor skills to maintain suction without this valve. When we use this valve along with a lip block on either her Cip Kup or her Honey Bear cup, we make significantly more progress. The valve does have a tendency to clog so be sure and rinse it in hot water (sometimes I soak it in hot, soapy water) after each use. I did have one stop working so I just threw it out and bought some more back ups.