- An innovative system that turns liquid into intensely flavoured foam bubbles
- Foam bubbles can be placed in the mouth which instantly dissolve without the need to swallow.
- Allows patients who are nil by mouth an amazing taste of their favourite flavour
- Provides comfort and improves quality of life helping to minimize the anxiety and distress of being nil by mouth
- Can greatly assist in rehabilitation producing quality dry swallows
FAQ’s
[vc_custom_heading text=”What is AIR with Flavour?” use_theme_fonts=”yes”]
[vc_custom_heading text=”Who is it suitable for?” use_theme_fonts=”yes”]
- It has been used in many settings including; EOL care, palliative, ICU, stroke spinal injury, rehab, MND and with children
[vc_custom_heading text=”What is in the sachets?” use_theme_fonts=”yes”]
- There are two food grade ingredients which are Maltodextrin and Soy Lecithin, these help to emulsify the liquid and stabilise the foam. They are unflavoured.
[vc_custom_heading text=”Can it be used with any liquids?” use_theme_fonts=”yes”]
- Apart from milk products it works well with most liquids no thicker than a level one, including alcohol beverages, juices, coffee, curry sauce, gravy etc
[vc_custom_heading text=”How often can someone have it?” use_theme_fonts=”yes”]
- There is no limit to how much someone can have, this is normally down to how the individual copes and manages it
[vc_custom_heading text=”Do I need a new sachet each time?” use_theme_fonts=”yes”]
- A new sachet is required each time a fresh liquid is prepared. Once prepared the liquid can be re-foamed a number of times for continued enjoyment.
[vc_custom_heading text=”Is it safe?” use_theme_fonts=”yes”]
- Whilst we always recommend it is used under professional supervision, it is certainly a low risk alternative to other tasting options.
[vc_custom_heading text=”Does it leave any residue?” use_theme_fonts=”yes”]
- Residue from the aerated bubbles is minimal and quickly dissolves with a patients normal saliva.
[vc_custom_heading text=”Can it stimulate swallows?” use_theme_fonts=”yes”]
- Yes, depending on the liquid used i.e. Citrus lemon, it can increase saliva production and stimulate the swallow reflex.
[vc_custom_heading text=”Can it be used multi patient?” use_theme_fonts=”yes”]
- The pump and tubing can be used multi patient, the pipettes are classed as single use
[vc_custom_heading text=”How do I clean the equipment?” use_theme_fonts=”yes”]
- The recommended method for general cleaning of the pump and tubing is with a green Clinell wipe. The pipettes are sold as single use.
[vc_custom_heading text=”Is it available on prescription?” use_theme_fonts=”yes”]
- At this moment the products are unavailable on prescription?
[vc_custom_heading text=”What evidence is available?” use_theme_fonts=”yes”]
- Marketed as a quality of life product we don’t have much research or any clinical evidence available. There are a number of trusts and independents collecting data as they use it, this will hopefully be available in due course.
[vc_custom_heading text=”How much does it cost?” use_theme_fonts=”yes”]
All prices are displayed on the website –
- Starter Kit – includes everything to get you started (inc. pump, tubing, 20 x sachets, 20 x pipettes, battery & instructions)
- AIR with Flavour sachets (100 Packs)
- Aeration pipettes (90 Pack)
[vc_custom_heading text=”How long has it been around for?” use_theme_fonts=”yes”]
- Introduced into the UK around 2018, it is only recently become popular through increased product awareness and word of mouth