ARK’s Goshabunga – Soft (Red)

Description

Invented by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP, ARK’sGoshabunga Grabber is a large version of the popular Grabber oral motor chewtool. The large version has a larger handle that’s more comfortable forolder teenagers and adults.

The innovative P shape design has an easy-to-holdloop, with a long extension for reaching the back molars. The Grabber canbe used:

• As an oral fidget for sensory seekers craving stimulation and proprioceptive input

• As a safe alternative to chewing on hands, knuckles, shirts, pencils, etc.

• As an alternative to tooth-grinding and/or thumb-sucking

• To help decrease oral defensiveness and food aversions

• To practice biting/chewing without the risk of choking

• To work on jaw strength and stability and oral motor skills

• To build oral strength, mobility, and control

• To satisfy the urge to chew for individuals who are fed through a g-tube

ARK Textured Grabber comes in 3 colour-codedtoughness levels:

• Standard– These are the softest ones with the most squishiness and give to them. Recommended for mild chewers and/or beginners practicing biting/chewing skills

• Medium Firm / XT– XT stands for “Xtra Tough,” recommended for moderate chewing. These are firmer, but still chewy.

• Very Firm / XXT– XXT stands for “Xtra Xtra Tough,” recommended for more avid chewing. These are the most firm and provide the most resistance to the jaw. No chew tool is indestructible, but these are very tough.

ARK manufactures the Grabber in the USA.It’s medical grade, FDA compliant, and contains NO lead, phthalates, PVC,BPA, or latex.The originalGrabbermeasures about 5″ lengthwise, just under 1.9″ across the loop/handle,and .44″ thick. This Goshabunga version measures about 6.8″lengthwise, 2.1″ across the loop, and .46″ thick.

What does “Goshabunga” mean? It’s aword coined a long time ago by one of ARK’s founders thatmeans”really big!”

Caution: although thesechew tools are sturdy and durable, no chew tool is indestructible. Someindividuals (particularly those with heavy oral needs and aggressivebiting/chewing) may be able to damage the tools. How long each tool lastsdepends on the oral sensory needs of the child, whether or not they are seeingan occupational therapist if needed, as well as many other variables in his/herlife. Please supervise at all times and replace if necessary when theitem shows signs of wear and tear. For tougher versions of the Grabber,check out the Grabber XT and XXT. For the toughest chew tool overall, seeARK’s Y-Chew XXT