Stick.
allows easier breathing and talking
g1eate1 comfort levl~l
Northcott Equipment Solutions
1 Fennell Street, North Parramatta NSW 2151
Ph: (61) 2 9890 0950 (61) 2 9890 0195
Fx: (61) 2 9890 0924
Toll Free: 1800 11 84 81
Email: sales@northcott.com.au
www.northcottes.com.au
minimises tooth wear
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Northcott Equipment Solutions have manufactured the M-Stick since
1998. Designed by Bob Nicol who saw shortcomings In the mouth sticks
available at the time. the M-Stick's open structure design m inimises
tooth wear and gagging whilst allowing easier breathing and talking.
The M-Stick is an alternative to a head pointer for use by
individuals who have limited functional use of their hands. It is
suitable for operating an electric typewriter and/or computer
keyboard and turning pages.
INSTRUCTIONS
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The M-Stick minimises orthodontically
distorting pressures in individual teeth
because the shape of it allows random
placement in the mouth. You can help
to save your teeth by;• Varying the adjustme nt of your
M-Stlck
• Frequently changing sticks
• Frequently c hanging the position of
the M-Stick in your mouth
If you experience any tooth problems
whilst using the M-Stlc k, c onsult your
d entist at the earliest opportunity.
You will find that your M-Stlc k Is bent Into an approximate shape. Your carer will need to
adjust your M-Stick to meet your exact requirements. It may take a little time, but with a
bit of experimenting, your corer con bend the M-Stick so that it suits you perfectly and
you will be rewarded with a comfortable and useful implem ent.
1 The M-Stick is designed to occupy the
relaxed free space between your teeth
so that you may retain It in your mouth
with minimum effort and without tiring
too easily. It Is important that your
M-Stlc k Is adjusted so that It fits In your
mouth c o mfortably when you ore
relaxed. This way it will be comfortable
all of the lime.
2 What is relaxed free space? Relax your
mouth. (Without the M-Stic k in It). With
your tongue. you can feel that there is
a small space between your upper and
lower teeth. In other words. when your
jaw is relaxed, your upper and lower sets
of teeth are slightly aport and not
touching.
3 If shaped properly, the M end of your
M-Stick should be slightly thicker than
the relaxed free space. In other words,
the 'M' or mouthpiece end of your
M-stick should hold your teeth slightly
furth er apart than yo ur relaxed free
space.
4 If this Is not the case. get your carer to
bend the c entre of the 'M' slightly up
so that the centre of the 'M' touches
your front top teeth. This should increase
comfort by inc reasing the apparent
thickness of the mouth piece.
5 Now put the M-Stic k back in your mouth
and bite on the stick. You should find a
slight springiness. Relax again. The stick
should NOT be adjusted so far that it
ho ld s your mouth ope n. but the
springiness should hold the M-Stick in
your mouth. without you having to bite.
Your reflex ac tion will be to bile firmly
on each key stroke or page turn, but
this is not necessary. It is only when you
want to do some 'heavier work'. that
you m ight need to bite.
For general day to day cleaning, we
suggest that your corer wipes your
M-Stlck with Vanilla Essence (or any
other flavoured essence if you do not
like vanilla). Essences are made of a
perfect mix ot alcohol and water,
making them on excellent antiseptic.
For a more thorough clean, treat the
M-stlck like any other cutlery. and wash
with dish-washing detergent. Do not
clean the M-Stlck by placing In a
dishwasher because the heat of a
dishwasher may m e lt the plastic
coating.
NEED MORE INFORMATION?
If you hove any other questions regarding
your M-Stick. please do not hesitate to
contact us on 1800 11 84 81.