Wedge Cup - Clear with Red Lid
by MaxiAids
Last verified June 17, 2026 · classified June 7, 2026
What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · June 7, 2026
A specially shaped drinking cup designed so the liquid flows toward the user's lips without requiring them to tilt their head back — the angled wedge design repositions the fluid inside the cup itself. It's built for people who have trouble swallowing safely, whether from a neurological condition, head or neck cancer treatment, reduced neck mobility, or weakened oral muscles. The cup includes an adjustable flow control valve on the lid that lets the user (or a caregiver) slow the liquid delivery down significantly, reducing the risk of getting too much liquid too fast — a genuine aspiration hazard for this population. This is a complete, ready-to-use adaptive drinking solution, but the flow rate adjustment and positioning of the cup may still benefit from guidance from a speech-language pathologist or occupational therapist who's familiar with the user's swallowing profile.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Medicaid waiver
- Out of pocket
- Vocational rehab
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
Fill the cup with liquid, snap on the red lid, and adjust the flow control dial before drinking — no assembly required. - With professional help
- A speech-language pathologist (SLP) familiar with dysphagia management can recommend appropriate flow rate settings based on the user's swallow study results.
- Consult SLP at an initial swallowing evaluation session.
Getting it
Try Before You Buy
Devices like this are often available to borrow through your state's AT Act program — typically free or low-cost — so you can try it before buying or pursuing funding.
Where to Get It
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How to Fund This
Equipment like this is often pursued through official state programs. These are common starting points — each program decides its own eligibility and what it covers, so the first step is always a phone call.
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Sources & fine print
Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from MaxiAids — view on vendor site; last verified June 17, 2026.
Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on June 7, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.