Lisa-Marie Frühauf
Founder
SoftSocket
SoftSocket designs and manufactures adaptive prosthetic sockets specifically for children requiring upper-limb prostheses for sports. These affordable and breathable solutions ensure a precise fit that accommodates the physical activity and growth of young users.
- Biotechnology
- Healthcare Technology
- Medical Devices
Updated 6 months ago
Funding
Funding rounds are not available yet.
Founders
Cara Ammann
Founder
Product
Problem
Children requiring upper-limb prostheses for sports face challenges with traditional prosthetic sockets that often lack adaptability, breathability, and affordability. These sockets may not accommodate the dynamic movements of sports activities or the natural growth and volume changes in a child's limb, leading to discomfort and the need for frequent, costly replacements.
Solution
SoftSocket designs and manufactures adaptive prosthetic sockets tailored for children participating in sports. These sockets feature a self-adjusting design that accommodates changes in limb volume and growth, ensuring a precise and comfortable fit. Constructed from breathable and lightweight materials, SoftSocket provides an active-friendly solution that promotes comfort and flexibility during physical activities. By offering an affordable alternative to traditional prosthetics, SoftSocket aims to empower young users with greater freedom and mobility.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes children requiring upper-limb prostheses who participate in sports and their caregivers, as well as prosthetists seeking affordable and adaptable socket solutions.
Features
- Self-adjusting design to accommodate daily changes in limb volume and growth
- Breathable and lightweight construction for enhanced comfort during sports
- Affordable alternative to traditional prosthetic sockets
- Designed specifically for the needs of children requiring upper-limb prostheses