Level 6 Straw Set for Speech & Oral Motor (12-Pack)
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TalkTools® Straw #6 (12-Pack)
Intermediate-to-Advanced Oral Motor Strength and Coordination.
The TalkTools® Straw #6 is a vital component of the OPT™ Straw Drinking Hierarchy. At this stage, the resistance significantly increases, challenging the client to utilize advanced tongue retraction and lip seal to draw liquid effectively. This step is essential for transitioning toward mature swallowing and refined speech sound production.
Developing Mature Suck & Swallow Patterns
Why Progress to Straw #6?
Level 6 requires more muscular effort than the preceding levels, making it a powerful tool for developing:
- Stronger Lip Closure
- Cheek Muscle Tone
- Posterior Tongue Retraction
- Intra-Oral Pressure
- Breath Control
- Graded Jaw Stability
Note: Straw colors may vary per pack. This 12-piece set ensures therapists and caregivers have enough replacements for consistent daily practice.
Important Guidelines
- Hierarchy Order: In the Straw Drinking Hierarchy, difficulty increases from #1 to #8. Master Level #5 before moving to Level #6.
- Clinical Purpose: Designed to facilitate the transition from a primitive suckle to a complex, mature suck pattern required for speech.
- Care Instruction: To protect the material and maintain clinical standards, these straws are not dishwasher safe. Hand wash only.