This may be because there is a difficulty controlling the angle that the cup is tipped at, resulting in too much liquid being dispensed; or by weakness of the muscles of the lips and mouth, so that an effective 'channel' (or seal around a spout) is not produced when the cup is brought to the lips. Made from durable and shatterproof polycarbonate material, the Deluxe Nosey Cup is built to last and resist cracking, providing long-lasting performance. The right rollator can help you feel safer and more confident in getting out and about, but with so many to choose from it can be tricky to know which is best for you.

The Nosey Cup allows users to maintain proper head and neck positioning when drinking, allowing them to observe and follow safe swallowing recommendations. Sometimes using heavier cutlery and cups/mugs can help to reduce, or ‘dampen’, a tremor in the hands. If you like to drink fluids throughout the day, you may find a runner’s backpack (hydration pack), a useful way of managing this.This design is deliberately contoured to ensure that there is no contact with the nose when drinking. Food may be retained better on the spoon if the bowl of the spoon is deep, although it may be more difficult to take food from the spoon. Specially designed with a cutout that fits around the nose, this cup ensures the user can drink without the need to tip back the head.

The spouts come in a range of designs which means you may have to try a number before you find one that works best for you. The assessment aims to identify any difficulties you may be having in caring for yourself, and how this impacts upon your well-being. If you are at home and not currently receiving hospital treatment, you will need to contact the local authority occupational therapy service for adults. Eating and drinking are two activities that you rarely consider in detail, but they are a core part of your everyday living and are often a very important part of social interaction.Simply align the small lugs on the cup to the corresponding holes in the handle and press firmly into place. If you have muscle weakness for a neurological reason, you may find holding your head upright, or tilting it, more difficult. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is disposable clothing worn to create a barrier between blood, b.

If you receive a prescription for equipment you can take it to a local accredited retailer, which may be a local pharmacy, who will provide you with the item. This cutlery either comes with a fixed angle on the cutlery head or has a swivel joint between the head of the fork or spoon and the handle, which helps the head to stay horizontal despite uncontrolled movement. Ideally you want to be seated with your feet on the floor (or foot plates of a wheelchair, or a foot rest), with your ankles, knees and hips at right angles.

These systems should only be obtained after assessment and recommendation by a speech and language therapist as they are deemed to have potential for choking or causing discomfort for an untrained user. LifeVac has recently been hitting the headlines and for those that don’t know, it is the anti-chokin. The Nosey Cup Premium is manufactured using extremely tough, shatterproof polycarbonate which resists cracking, prolonging the life of the cup. Home monitors can offer invaluable support when used in a professional or home care environment to support those who are more vulnerable.

This makes it ideal for use by people who have neck injuries, are likely to choke, or who wish to drink whilst reclining in a chair or bed. The handles provide a secure grip and prevent spillage, making it easier to hold the cup with two hands.If you know and understand the difficulties that you have and the reasons for them, you will be more able to select the right equipment to meet your needs. This lightweight Nose Cut Out Cup has been designed for those who find it difficult to tip their head back or to extend the neck.