What Sensory Tools Help Adults With Brain Injuries Who Need Oral Input?

Recently, a brain injury clinic contacted us looking for help.

They were supporting a resident who required safe and durable oral sensory input. Existing on-site items were being chewed and pulled, and it was clear that a purpose-designed solution was needed, something strong, appropriate for an adult, and built to withstand consistent use.

This is exactly why we do what we do. We design for real-life sensory needs.

We worked closely to understand what was required. The brief was clear:

Larger than a standard chew

Extremely durable

Suitable for adult use

Safe, hygienic, and long-lasting

So we designed a custom 11-strand silicone necklace, layered for strength, flexible for comfort, and built specifically to meet high sensory demands.

Every strand had a purpose. Every detail mattered.

Why This Matters

Sensory needs don’t disappear with age. In brain injury settings especially, appropriate sensory support can make a meaningful difference — not just for the individual, but for the wider care environment too.

When clinics reach out to us, it’s not just about creating a product. It’s about creating something that genuinely supports quality of life, dignity, and regulation in a safe and considered way.

The Outcome

They’ve since reordered.

For us, that says everything.

Knowing that something we designed is being used, trusted, and relied upon in a brain injury clinic means more than we can put into words. It’s a reminder that thoughtful design and understanding real sensory needs truly matters.

And it’s exactly why we’ll keep creating.