Description

The ARK Z-Spoon is a vibrating sensory feeding and oral-motor tool designed to support adaptive feeding while providing targeted oral stimulation. Its shallow spoon bowl helps make food presentation more manageable, especially when a smaller-capacity spoon is preferred. The vibration function is intended to increase oral awareness and stimulate the lips, tongue, cheeks, and jaw during feeding or therapeutic use.

The handle features textured areas that provide a more slip-resistant grip for the user or caregiver. These textured surfaces can also be brushed along the cheeks, arms, or hands to offer additional tactile input. The unit is operated by twisting the switch tip, and each set includes 1 vibratory handle, 1 spoon tip, and 1 switch tip, with the battery included.

Tip Options

Soft blue spoon tips are intended for individuals with a bite reflex and/or sensory sensitivities. Textured spoon tips are designed to help reduce food aversions and oral defensiveness, making them suitable for sensory-based feeding support.

Materials and Size

Made in the USA, the ARK Z-Spoon is described as medical grade and FDA compliant. It is free from lead, phthalates, PVC, BPA, and latex. The tool measures approximately 7.25 inches long, is less than 0.5 inch in diameter, and the spoon tips are about 0.75 inch wide.

Use Guidance

The spoon size is generally suitable for children up to about age 3, depending on mouth size, though it may be used at any age when a smaller spoon is appropriate.

Safety Information

This product is not a toy. It is intended as a therapeutic tool and should only be used under direct adult supervision, as it contains small parts including a battery.