The Bionix SafeStraw Drinking Aid is the perfect solution to help users with oral motor control dysfunction drink independently while reducing their risk for aspiration. The SafeStraw's minimalist design simulates the look and feel of an ordinary straw, allowing the patient to drink conveniently and inconspicuously in any environment. This straw alleviates the task of manually controlling intake volume through methods like squeezing the straw or spoon-feeding the liquids, limiting the amount of liquid taken to about 6.2 ml per sip to ensure the liquid bolus is easier for the patient to control.
The SafeStraw is available in two models: white and blue. The white model is designed for thin, water-like liquids, while the blue is used for thick, nectar-like liquids: between these two options, patients will find a solution for almost any situation where oral motor dysfunction is a problem. The unique design easily fits a variety of beverage containers to allow versatile, convenient use of mugs, bottles, and cups. For the user's convenience, it is easily disassembled and washable in soap and water or the top rack of a non-industrial dishwasher. The SafeStraw should not be used with carbonated beverages, such as soda, as they will render the device ineffective.
Offering a simple and cohesive unit that solves the problem of liquid intake management, the SafeStraw is ideal for caretakers and medical facilities alike who frequently care for patients living with oral motor dysfunction.
