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Smart Shoe Prototype Aims to Prevent Falls in Elderly

2/18/2026

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Dr. Jiayang Li of the University of Bristol developed prototype shoe with insole of hundreds of sensors to help elderly maintain balance and prevent falls.
The sensors provide real-time gait data for mobile viewing.
The device runs on a low-voltage battery and can operate for about three months between recharges.
Li plans to showcase the technology at a conference while conducting clinical evaluations to refine it for mass production.

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Story summary

Dr. Jiayang Li of the University of Bristol developed prototype shoe with insole of hundreds of sensors to help elderly maintain balance and prevent falls.
The sensors provide real-time gait data for mobile viewing.
The device runs on a low-voltage battery and can operate for about three months between recharges.
Li plans to showcase the technology at a conference while conducting clinical evaluations to refine it for mass production.