Linh Le developed smart insole technology to help diabetics as part of a doctorate in chemical engineering. Since then Le started the Bonbouton company, which sells the smart insole technology. The technology directly helps diabetics manage skin ulcers, and subscriptions can range from $25-50 a month.
The technology operates by planting insoles into shoes that have a network of graphene-based sensors that are able to measure changes related to pressure as well as skin temperature. Measurements are taken all throughout the sole and can detect changes in the user's foot. The system is able to detect if inflammation has occurred, where it subsequently alerts an app, that is available for either iOS or Android. The app can then direct the user as to what precautions to take, or it can notify a doctor or family member.
Ulcer-Detecting Insoles
Bonbouton Developed a Graphene-Based Smart Insole to Help Diabetics
Trend Themes
1. Smart Insole Technology - Utilizing graphene-based sensors to measure pressure and skin temperature, smart insoles can detect inflammation and provide timely alerts for medical attention.
2. Remote Health Monitoring - The integration of wearable technology and mobile apps allows for real-time monitoring of medical conditions, such as skin ulcers, and provides necessary guidance and notifications.
3. Personalized Healthcare - By collecting data on foot conditions and user-specific needs, smart insole technology enables customized healthcare interventions for individuals with diabetes.
Industry Implications
1. Healthcare - Incorporating smart insole technology into healthcare settings opens avenues for remote patient monitoring and improved diabetic foot ulcer management.
2. Wearable Technology - The development and adoption of graphene-based smart insoles for health monitoring applications presents opportunities for innovation and growth within the wearable technology industry.
3. Mobile App Development - Creating user-friendly mobile apps to complement smart insole technology offers opportunities for developers to provide personalized healthcare solutions in the field of remote health monitoring.