ARK Therapeutic - ARK Bite Tube Hollow Chew Tool (Smooth)

The ARK Bite Tube is a hollow chew tool with a different diameter on each end. Each end also has a different texture - bumps on one end and ribs on the other for lots of sensory input. Use these Hollow Bite Tubes as a safe outlet for anyone who needs to chew and/or as an oral motor tool to work on jaw strength and stability. 

The tube-like extension is perfect for individuals who want their chew tool to "collapse" more, whether as a sensory chew and/or in feeding therapy. As an oral motor tool, use the hollow Bite Tube to practice biting/chewing skills without the risk of choking, to build jaw strength and stability, and to exercise the mouth muscles. Put puréed foods inside the hollow tube for functional biting/chewing practice - when the individual bites down, they will be rewarded with a taste of food. The two different diameters allow you to work on varying jaw heights. Because the hollow tube provides less resistance than solid chews like the Grabber this is a great "starter" chew tool for individuals with very limited jaw strength.  

Like all ARK chews, it is available in 3 colour-coded toughness levels to suit all chewing needs:

• Standard - The softest level - recommended for mild chewing, individuals with low oral tone, or individuals with limited jaw strength just learning to bite and chew.
• XT / Medium Firm - The middle "Xtra Tough" level is firmer, but still fairly chewy - recommended for moderate chewers. Or, individuals working on building jaw strength can eventually "graduate" from the soft to the XT.
• XXT / Very Firm - The “Xtra Xtra Tough” level is very firm and durable - recommended as the longest lasting level for avid chewers. These are the most firm and provide the most resistance to the jaw.

The Bite Tube Hollow Chew Tool is an ideal outlet for any need to chew – use it to support stress, anxiety, ADHD, Autism, sensory processing needs, therapy needs, and more. It’s also a helpful alternative for common chewing-related habits like tooth grinding, nail biting, stimming, chewing on shirts, pencils, fingers, knuckles, toys, etc., and other oral fixations.

Specifications:

    Made from medical-grade elastomer.

    Crafted in the USA for quality and safety assurance.

   12.7 cm long overall, 1.3 cm in diameter on one end, and 1 cm in diameter on the                 other end. (All measurements are approximate)

    Each chew tool sold separately.

    Handwash or top-rack dishwasher-safe.

    Caution: For ages 3 years +. Direct supervision required. Regularly inspect the product and replace at first sign of wear. 

 Caution: This product is not a toy.  Although these chew tools are sturdy and durable, no chew tool is indestructible.  Wear/tear may be expected given the nature of the intended use.  How long they last is typically equal to the amount and intensity of the chewing, as well as other variables (such as jaw strength, stress/anxiety levels, if other sensory strategies are in place, etc.).  While for some people a chew tool will last forever, for others with heavy/aggressive oral needs, they may go through it very quickly.  Please supervise at all times, regularly inspect the chew, and replace if necessary if the item shows signs of wear and tear.