Designed with the help of Speech Language Pathologist and Occupational Therapists, the RiJe Cup Grande and RiJe Cup Petite assist with safe swallowing of liquids promoting rehabilitation and independence. Both cups work by utilizing unique one-sip-at-time technology.
The main differences between RiJe Cup Grande and RiJe Cup Petite are:
– dimensions, weight, capacity
– liquids viscosity they work with
The RiJe Cup Grande is the only assistive drinking device that works with thin and nectar-thick liquids IDDSI Levels 0, 1 and 2.
The RiJe Cup Petite
Dispenses controlled boluses of thin or slightly thick liquids;
Allows pre-setting the bolus volume from 4ml to 12ml;
Capacity: up to 150 ml of liquid;
Dimensions: 6 x 5 x 4 in or 155 x 125 x 102 mm. Weight without liquid: 154 grams;
Allows drinking the controlled liquid boluses from the cup’s rim or through a regular straw;
Good nose clearance;
Ergonomic handles provide secure grip;
Spill-control does not allow spilling more than one bolus of liquid if the cup is dropped;
Stable base;
Dishwasher safe;
BPA Free;
Why RiJe® Cups are beneficial? The cups versatile design combines all important features to meet needs of users with disability:
control liquid flow preventing overflowing the mouth and gulping, thus reducing the risk of choking and liquid aspiration.
allow easy switching between thin and thick liquids following the advice of Speech Language Pathologist, Occupational Therapist and other medical professional;
form and dispense personalized liquid boluses allowing the user to better control liquid in the mouth, thus supporting safer and easier swallowing;
allow the user to choose between drinking through a straw or directly from the cup with cut-out top.
Why adjustable volume is important:
It allows to create an individually tailored sip amount thereby supporting thirst satisfaction and improving hydration;
It allows to easily increase or decrease the swallow amount according to an advice of SLP or OT
It serves the user longer by supporting the user at different stages of a disorder whether it is a rehabilitation or degenerative condition.
For whom RiJe® Cups are designed:
For those who suffer with dysphagia, motor disabilities, developmental delay, dementia and, other ailments including stroke, Parkinson’s, ALS, MLS, Cerebral Palsy, head, neck and chest cancer and injury.
How It Works:
RiJe Cup automatically dispenses a limited portion of liquid each time it stands in its upright position. Once the portion is withdrawn and the cup put upright – it delivers another portion within 2 – 3 seconds. The cups design allow adjusting or presetting a sip size before filling with liquid.
It is important that you consult with your medical professional (e.g., physician, SLP, OT) prior to buying RiJe Dysphagia Cup.
