MUMBAI, India, Jan. 2 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202541122861 A) filed by Meenakshi Academy Of Higher Education and Research, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, on Dec. 5, 2025, for 'a dynamic balance and proprioceptive training device for pediatric flatfoot rehabilitation.'
Inventor(s) include Trephena Blessy R; Dr. P. V. Hari Hara Subramanyan; and Dr P. G. Mahesh Kumar.
The application for the patent was published on Jan. 2, under issue no. 01/2026.
According to the abstract released by the Intellectual Property India: "The present invention relates to a dynamic balance and proprioceptive training device specifically developed for pediatric flatfoot rehabilitation. The device comprises a pediatric-sized balance platform and at least one adjustable mid-arch dome configurable in height and stiffness to provide progressive stimulation to the medial longitudinal arch. A plurality of embedded pressure sensors detect real-time plantar pressure distribution, arch activation, and balance dynamics. A microcontroller processes the sensor signals and operates a feedback system including vibrotactile actuators or visual indicators to deliver corrective or reinforcing cues during training. The device supports multiple therapeutic modes such as static balance training, dynamic gait simulation, and progressive difficulty adjustment, while wirelessly communicating performance data to an external companion application. The invention actively engages intrinsic and extrinsic foot muscles, enhances proprioceptive control, strengthens the medial arch, and improves rehabilitation compliance in children by integrating adjustable mechanical stimulation, sensorized monitoring, real-time feedback, and gamified digital interaction."
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