ProvaMed Provale Cup - The Small Sips Cup for Dysphagia, 10cc

ProvaMed Provale® Cup - The Small Sips Cup for Dysphagia<br><br>The Provale Cup Delivers a Fixed Amount of Thin Liquids With Every Typical Drinking Motion.<br><br>Clinical Benefits: Designed for people with dysphagia, The Provale Cup delivers "small sips" of thin liquids with every normal drinking motion. This may promote safer swallowing and allow the user more independence by putting hydration and nutrition within their reach.<br>May help eliminate the need for pre-thickened liquids<br>May give individuals more independence and lessen caregiver supervision<br>Patented anti-suck mechanism prevents over-delivery of fluids for ease and safety of swallowing<br>Good nose clearance to minimize head tilt<br>The transparent cup allows observance of the liquid intake level<br>The Technology: Designed for those with dysphagia, the Provale Cup delivers a fixed measured dose of fluid. When the cup is tilted in a typical drinking motion, liquid travels out of a measurement device. Before any additional liquid is released for consumption, the cup must be returned to an upright position and the drinking motion repeated. With each drinking action, the cup dispenses a small amount (5 cc or 10 cc) of liquid that many people with dysphagia may be able to safely consume.<br>Assembly and Disassembly: The Provale Cup is designed as a cup within a cup so it is easy to assemble and disassemble. It is top rack dishwasher safe for easy cleaning.<br>Safety &amp; Independence: For those living with swallowing disorders (dysphagia), the simple task of drinking can be a daunting challenge. Because those with dysphagia have a higher risk of choking, they may require constant assistance from a caregiver which can result in feeling a loss of independence.<br>Physically, individuals with dysphagia may experience dehydration and malnourishment. Of greater concern is that more than 40,000 Americans die each year from aspiration pneumonia, a complication related to dysphagia.<br><br>Features:<br>Promotes Independence: Designed to resemble a "travel mug". Maintains an individual's dignity and can be used in the clinical, home or outdoor setting.<br>Patented Design: Patented "anti-suck" design to help prevent potential over delivery<br>Fixed Amount: Delivers a fixed amount of liquids every time, helping eliminate the need for thickener<br>Accuracy: Color-coded cups help ensure accurate fluid delivery<br>Not for use with thickened liquids.<br>Can be assembled with one or two handles.<br>Metered flow cup for those living with dysphagia.<br>5cc Cup: Delivers a fixed amount of 5cc liquids (1 tsp).<br>100cc Cup: Delivers a fixed amount of 10cc liquids (2 tsp).<br><br>Size: Holds 8 ounces of fluid.<br>Available in 5 or 10 cc limited delivery<br><br>Manufacturer: ProvaMed<br><br>Options:<br>5cc Cup - Single (1900) UPC: 603865019004<br>5cc - 5 Pack Cups (1900-5PK)<br>10cc Cup - Single (1901) UPC: 603865019011<br>10cc - 5 Pack Cups (1901-5PK)<br>Replacement Lid - 10cc (RMP108RL)<br>Replacement Lid - 5cc (RMP058RL)<br><br>Please Note: Because individual patient needs differ, a trained healthcare professional must make the decision on product use and patient independence.

By tipping the cup towards the mouth, 5cc or 1 teaspoon of liquid is delivered for easy, measured swallowing. Provale Cup ensures small, measured swallows as is required for patients who have difficulty swallowing due to Dysphagia, Stroke, or other swallowing disorders. The design of the Provale Cup includes easy-to-use handles for patient control, a "cup in a cup" design that allows for proper nose clearance, and an angled cup for maintenance of proper chin position. Note: Once open, the cup is non returnable for health reasons.

Features	Portable
Volume capacity	10 mL
Material	Plastic
Brand	Provale
Color	White
Care and maint	top rack dishwasher safe
Piece count	1
Activity	Eating
Weight	1
Gender	Unisex
Retail packaging	Single Piece
Has written warranty	No