ARK's The Right Bite

The Right Bite by ARK Therapeutic - Feeding Therapy Food Sleeve

For those with feeding issues, the ability to visually judge food and take an appropriately sized bite can be a difficult task.

Invented by Jaci Dale, MS, CCC-SLP and developed by ARK Therapeutic, the Right Bite solves this problem by allowing you to present a prescribed, manageable amount of food to the individual. Simply slide a biscuit, sandwich, cucumber slice or something similar into the opening until it protrudes from the semi-circular opening. Offer the Right Bite to the individual and instruct him or her to "take a bite."

Since only a portion of the food is presented at a time, the Right Bite encourages appropriate bite sizes, prevents mouth stuffing, and paces the rate of eating to allow for adequate chewing time. For jaw grading and control, use food items of various thicknesses and practice gauging how far to open the mouth for each food item. No matter what your goal is, the Right Bite eliminates the risk of the therapist or caregiver being bitten during feeding therapy. Furthermore, being presented with a prescribed bite decreases the visual sensory concerns that some individuals may have when presented with large pieces of food. It’s a great addition to any feeding therapy toolkit!

The Right Bite -

• Is suitable for individuals of all ages.
• Measures approximately 10 x 5 cm with a bite opening of 3.2 x 1 cm
• Dishwasher safe
• Made from medical grade materials – Free from BPA, latex, lead, phthalates and PVC

One Right Bite by ARK Therapeutic is supplied, group photos are for illustrative purposes only.

Please use this item under the supervision of an appropriate adult/caregiver and replace it if it shows signs of wear and tear.