BIOS Medical develops and provides an implanted hip mobility sensor to gather continuous, long-term patient data following hip fracture. This data supports Orthogeriatric Co-Management (OGCM) by enabling tailored treatment and monitoring of rehabilitation effectiveness. The technology aims to transform hip fracture recovery by providing actionable insights for improved patient outcomes.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
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Problem
Post-operative rehabilitation following hip fracture is critical for patient recovery, but current methods lack continuous, objective data on hip mobility, hindering personalized treatment plans. Traditional monitoring relies on infrequent clinical assessments, potentially missing crucial insights into a patient's progress and leading to suboptimal outcomes. This lack of real-time feedback makes it difficult to tailor interventions and identify patients who would benefit most from intensive care.
Solution
BIOS Medical's HIPbeacon is an implanted biosensor that provides continuous, real-time monitoring of hip mobility during post-fracture rehabilitation. The sensor wirelessly transmits data on key biomechanical parameters to a cloud-based platform, enabling clinicians to track patient progress and identify deviations from expected recovery patterns. This continuous data stream allows for personalized treatment plans, timely adjustments to therapy, and early detection of potential complications. By providing objective, granular insights into hip joint function, HIPbeacon aims to optimize rehabilitation outcomes, reduce healthcare costs, and improve patients' quality of life.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes orthopedic surgeons, physical therapists, and rehabilitation specialists involved in the care of patients recovering from hip fractures, as well as hospitals and clinics specializing in geriatric care.
Features
- Implantable sensor continuously monitors hip joint mobility and transmits data wirelessly.
- Measures clinically relevant biomechanical parameters, such as range of motion, load, and gait characteristics.
- Cloud-based platform provides secure data storage, visualization, and analysis.
- Clinician dashboard displays real-time and historical mobility data, facilitating informed decision-making.
- Customizable alerts notify clinicians of deviations from pre-defined recovery thresholds.
- Integration with electronic health records (EHRs) for seamless data sharing and workflow integration.
- Data-driven insights enable personalized rehabilitation protocols and optimized treatment strategies.