WalkWise provides a smart walker attachment that enables remote patient monitoring for seniors using mobility aids, facilitating automatic data collection and health notifications without the need for wearables or WiFi. This technology significantly reduces fall incidents and enhances the ability of care providers to detect health issues early, improving overall patient safety and independence.
Funding
$2.6M 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.
Founders
Product
Problem
Seniors using mobility aids, such as walkers and wheelchairs, are at high risk of falls and related health complications. Traditional monitoring methods often rely on wearables or WiFi connectivity, which can be cumbersome or inaccessible for this population. The lack of continuous, passive monitoring limits the ability of care providers to proactively identify and address potential health issues.
Solution
WalkWise offers a remote patient monitoring solution specifically designed for seniors using mobility aids. The system utilizes a smart attachment that retrofits onto walkers, wheelchairs, and canes, passively collecting data on usage patterns and activity levels without requiring wearables or WiFi. This data is transmitted to a secure platform, enabling care providers to monitor patient activity, detect deviations from established baselines, and receive notifications of potential health or safety concerns. By providing real-time insights into mobility and activity, WalkWise facilitates early intervention, reduces fall risk, and improves overall patient outcomes.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes skilled nursing facilities, senior living communities, PACE programs, therapy groups, and value-based care organizations seeking to improve patient safety and outcomes for seniors using mobility aids.
Features
- Smart attachment compatible with walkers, wheelchairs, and canes
- Passive data collection on mobility aid usage and activity levels
- Long battery life (1+ year) using standard AAA batteries
- No reliance on patient smartphones or WiFi connectivity
- HIPAA-compliant data transmission and storage
- Customizable alerts for deviations from baseline activity
- Web-based dashboard for care providers to monitor patient activity and trends
- Mobile app for on-the-go access and data sharing with patients and families
- Remote Therapeutic Monitoring (RTM) billing dashboard