The Smart Shoes from an Israeli Technology Company: A Lifesaver for the Elderly
A recent study revealed that by the age of 65, one in three individuals experiences a fall resulting in serious injury each year. The older individuals become, the higher their risk of falling and the more severe the injuries tend to be. With declining balance abilities, it is understandable that older adults struggle to regain their balance quickly enough to remain upright. Fortunately, this issue now has a solution.
Special heel structure of B-shoe.
B-shoe is a type of smart shoe developed by a technology company in Israel, led by Dr. Yonatan Manor. Utilizing ultra-light materials, the B-shoe is equipped with pressure sensors and an integrated motion device, a micro-processing chip, and a rechargeable battery, all linked through a complex algorithm.
This innovative footwear detects the subtlest signs of imbalance and automatically shifts weight as if stepping backward, exerting force on one leg to stabilize the wearer and help prevent falls.
Given its functionality, the primary target audience for the B-shoe will be senior citizens, and the production team intends to register this product as a medical device rather than a technology or fashion item.
