Scaleable Orthopedics
Monitoring System
A frictionless, modular remote monitoring system that transforms post-operative recovery from a black box into actionable clinical intelligence.
The Visibility Gap in Recovery
Once a patient leaves the facility, physical therapists, orthopedic clinics, and neurosurgeons have almost zero visibility into whether patients are doing their exercises correctly or over-exerting themselves. Current solutions rely on patients pairing Bluetooth devices to smartphones— a huge barrier for elderly or injured users, leading to poor compliance and lost data.
Elderly Patients
Struggle with complex Bluetooth pairing and smartphone apps
Data Loss
Critical recovery metrics are lost when devices fail to sync
Re-injury Risk
Clinics can't detect over-exertion until it's too late
Modular Daisy-Chain Architecture
Like a string light setup—one central hub connects to expandable sensor nodes
📡Central Compute Unit
- • Built-in cellular connection (no smartphone needed)
- • Edge processing filters mechanical noise
- • Daily data transmission directly to clinics
🔗Sensor Nodes
- • Conductive rubber for tension sensing
- • Seed Studio Nrf52840 Sense IMUs for motion
- • Plug-and-play expansion for complex injuries
Versatile Integration Options
Slings
Attach externally for shoulder recovery
Casts
Build directly into orthopedic casts
Braces
Integrate with existing wrap braces
Long-Term Care
Monitor chronic conditions over time
Data Science Innovation
🧠 Graph Neural Networks
Modified GNNs ingest and synchronize asynchronous data streams from multiple nodes, prioritizing tension-to-motion ratios for micro-deviation detection.
📐 Dynamic Kinematic Modeling
The system dynamically reconfigures coordinate frames as users attach nodes across multi-joint braces, providing real-time kinematic analysis.
⚠️ Anomaly Detection
Time-series analysis identifies deviations from prescribed range-of-motion arcs, correlating tension spikes with joint angles for re-injury risk assessment.
Key Detection Capabilities
Revenue-Aligned Business Model
Designed as a no-brainer for clinics via existing RPM CPT codes
Remote therapeutic monitoring setup
Device supply with collection
Monthly device transmission
Remote therapeutic monitoring treatment
Upfront Cost to Clinics
Hardware reimbursed via CPT codes
Per Visit Value
Combined RPM reimbursement potential
Recurring Revenue
Monthly subscription below reimbursement
Competitive Advantage
| Feature | Our System | Competitors |
|---|---|---|
| Connectivity | Built-in Cellular | Bluetooth to Phone |
| Patient Intervention | Zero Setup Required | App Pairing Needed |
| Sensor Architecture | Multi-Node Distributed | Single Point Static |
| Sensing | Tension + Motion Fusion | Motion Only |
| Scalability | Modular Expansion | Fixed Configuration |
| Risk Detection | Preventative Alerts | Reactive Monitoring |
Regulatory Considerations
HIPAA Compliant
End-to-end encryption and secure data handling for protected health information
FDA 510(k) Part 2
Medical device clearance pathway for remote patient monitoring
Patent Protected
Novel daisy-chain architecture and sensor fusion methodology
From Passive Monitoring to Preventative Intelligence
While competitors rely on inconsistent Bluetooth-to-phone pairing, our cellular-integrated architecture ensures total data fidelity without patient intervention. The distributed sensor fusion uniquely captures the interaction between both tension and motion across modular daisy chains. By detecting risk profiles before re-injury occurs, we enable a turnkey revenue model for clinics, providing objective data that justifies higher reimbursement tiers and superior outcomes.
Submitted to
Draper Data Science Business Plan Competition
Kinnex Health - Scaleable Orthopedics Monitoring