Orpyx develops sensor-based technology to prevent complications from loss of sensation related to pressure (e.g. from hospital beds and wheelchairs). Half of the 350 million diabetics worldwide will develop peripheral neuropathy - a loss of feeling and sensory feedback in their feet. It can cause tissue damage, infection, ulceration and even amputation. To prevent this, Orpyx has developed an innovative sensor-based technology that enables patients to feel the feet again. The insole fits into a shoe and is embedded with pressure sensors. Enabled with wireless technology, patients are alerted if they put too much pressure on one part of their foot. Orpyx’s first product wirelessly transmits feedback to a wristwatch display. Its second product transmits data from their feet to a stimulus pad worn on the lower back. The patient will essentially feel as though they are ‘walking’ on their lower back, and the brain will begin to rewire itself to accept the sensory stimulus from the lower back. Orpyx’ technology can also be used for rehab with stroke, spinal cord, nerve or traumatic leg injuries.

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