# GPS Footwear Ambulator Shoes are Designed for Dementia Patients By Rose Nazarali | Published 2009-08-14 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ambulator-gps-shoes References: [bookofjoe](http://www.bookofjoe.com/2009/08/worlds-first-gpsequipped-shoes-not-all-who-wander-are-lost-not-just-a-bumper-sticker.html) & [washingtonpost](http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/08/10/AR2009081002269.html) 60 percent of people who suffer from any form of Alzheimer’s will get lost at least once in their lifetime. Caring for someone with dementia can cause worry and stress, especially if that person is prone to traveling alone. These Ambulator shoes have a [built-in GPS system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skechers-kids-find-my-skechers) that allows caretakers to keep track of their patients and loved ones. The Ambulator was developed by GTX Corp. and [Aetrex Worldwide](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aetrex), who say that the largest benefit of this footwear is that the technology is hidden to help ease the patient’s paranoia. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 11% | Activity: 79% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **GPS Footwear:** The development of footwear with built-in GPS systems opens up opportunities for tracking and monitoring individuals with dementia or other cognitive disorders. - **Dementia Care:** The need for specialized care and technology for dementia patients presents an opportunity for innovative solutions and services. - **Hidden Technology:** The incorporation of hidden GPS technology in footwear addresses the need for discreet monitoring solutions in caring for individuals with dementia. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Healthcare:** The healthcare industry can leverage GPS footwear technology to enhance patient care and ensure the safety of individuals with dementia or cognitive disorders. - **Footwear:** The footwear industry has the potential to disrupt the market by integrating GPS systems into their products, catering to specific customer needs such as tracking and safety. - **Technology:** The development and integration of hidden GPS technology in various products offer opportunities for technological advancements and innovations in the consumer electronics industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Senior-Targeted Wearable Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lifeline-canada.md) - [Robotic Brace Walking Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-project-amplify.md) - [Wearable Gait Rehabilitation Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gait-rehabilitation-system.md) - [Remote Rehab Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rehab-solutions.md) - [Ankle-Support Wearable Mobility Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wearable-mobility-device.md) - [Discreet Tracking Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/find-my-skechers.md) - [AI-Powered Shoe Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aetrex.md) - [Mobility-Boosting Cane Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nextstride.md) - [Tracker-Concealing Shoe Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speck-tagimals-shoe-carriers.md)