Kinnections provides a low-cost vibrotactile glove that delivers therapeutic vibrations to resynchronize misfiring neurons, addressing symptoms of Parkinson's disease like tremors and stiffness. The wireless glove offers a non-invasive, at-home treatment alternative, empowering patients to manage their symptoms more effectively. Kinnections also offers an open-source guide for enthusiasts to build their own version, increasing accessibility.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Individuals with Parkinson's Disease, Essential Tremor, and other neurological conditions often experience motor function challenges, including tremors, stiffness, and balance issues, impacting their daily lives. Current treatment options may be invasive, costly, or require frequent clinic visits.
Solution
Kinnections offers a low-cost, non-invasive vibrotactile glove designed to improve motor function in individuals with Parkinson's Disease and other neurological conditions. Inspired by research on focused vibration for Parkinson's treatment, the glove delivers gentle, randomized vibrations to the fingertips, aiming to resynchronize misfiring neurons and alleviate motor symptoms. The wireless glove is designed for convenient at-home use, allowing users to manage their symptoms and improve their quality of life. The glove can be used alongside existing treatments like Deep Brain Stimulation or Parkinson's medications.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes individuals with Parkinson's Disease, Essential Tremor, and other neurological conditions seeking a non-invasive, at-home solution to manage motor symptoms.
Features
- Wireless glove with embedded vibration motors in each fingertip for targeted stimulation
- Delivers gentle, randomized vibrations based on coordinated reset stimulation research
- Pre-programmed with Regular VCR and Noisy VCR vibration patterns
- Designed for extended use (e.g., two hours, twice daily)
- Open-source guide available for enthusiasts to build their own glove
- Optional mobile app for customized vibration settings (in development)