How Long Should You Use the Z-Vibe During a Single Session?
Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 28th Mar 2013
What is the frequency and duration of use that you recommend for vibration during therapy?
This will vary according to each person's sensory preferences. Some individuals may not be able to tolerate a lot of stimulation, while others may crave it. Either way, I always recommend introducing the
Z-Vibe slowly (at least until they are comfortable with it). Use it wit
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Tooth Grinding - Possible Causes & What You Can Do
Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 22nd Jan 2013
While many kids outgrow grinding their teeth, intervention may be necessary if they don't. Tooth grinding over a prolonged period (especially with permanent teeth) may put them at risk for worn-down teeth, tooth sensitivity, jaw pain, headaches, etc. There is no one accepted reason as to why it happens, but there are several factors that may be contributing to the problem:
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An Overview of the Z-Vibe Tips
27th Nov 2012
ARK's Z-Vibe and Z-Grabber offer a vast range of possibilities for tactile learning and oral sensory motor stimulation. Lots of different optional tip attachments are available for these tools for specific uses. Just untwist whatever current tip you're using and twist in any other tip (so the same handle can be used for multiple different goals from feeding therapy to gum mas
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Transitioning from Bottle to Cup/Straw Drinking
Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 7th Nov 2012
Question: I am an OT and a new mom to my 6-month-old daughter. We have just started introducing solid foods, but she drinks from only a bottle. I was wondering if you had any tips for transitioning from bottle to cup. I have heard mixed reviews regarding sippy cups...
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I am not against using the
right sippy cup as an intermediate step to teach cup drinking. How
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