Lenexa Medical develops the LenexaCARE® system, which utilizes embedded fabric-based sensor technology to monitor patient positioning and pressure in real-time, significantly reducing the risk of pressure injuries in healthcare settings. This solution addresses the high incidence of preventable pressure injuries, which cost the Australian healthcare system over $9 billion annually, by providing clinicians with actionable data for timely interventions.
Funding
$1M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Pressure injuries are a significant concern in healthcare, particularly for patients with limited mobility in hospitals and aged care facilities. Current prevention protocols often prove ineffective, leading to prolonged hospital stays, increased suffering, and substantial costs for healthcare systems.
Solution
Lenexa Medical offers LenexaCARE®, a patient-centered solution that empowers clinicians with personalized, non-subjective data to proactively prevent pressure injuries. The system utilizes fabric-based sensor technology embedded in mattress covers to monitor patient position, posture, and presence in real-time. This enables timely interventions and personalized pressure injury prevention strategies. By providing continuous monitoring and actionable insights, LenexaCARE® aims to improve patient outcomes, reduce the burden on healthcare staff, and decrease the overall cost of pressure injury management.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes hospitals, aged care facilities, and healthcare providers seeking to improve patient outcomes and reduce the incidence and costs associated with pressure injuries.
Features
- Embedded fabric-based sensor technology for real-time patient monitoring
- Continuous tracking of patient position, posture, and presence
- Non-subjective, personalized data for informed decision-making
- Integration with existing nurse call systems for timely alerts
- Reduction in time spent in at-risk positions
- Enhanced compliance with aged care quality standards
- Wireless data transmission
- User-friendly interface for clinicians