The typical custom orthopedic brace
A few of many monitoring wearables
The range of display options on current wearables
The start to the project reflects simple brace construction to offer a custom fit.
An open view of the brace shows the adjusting strap method, and the monitoring / stimulating contacts connected to a digital display
Rendered to show the material changes of plastic shell, comfort fabric, and hook and loop straps.
Single point adjustment lace positioned at the base of the wrist...
...or the back of the thumb.
Angular contact wiring paths lead back to the display. A single point adjustment lace offers a supportive fit.
Contact points are within an underlying panel.
The display peeks out of the outer layer. Adjustment is made with a dial to a Boa cord system.
A design featuring opposing adjustable straps with a hard-edged end for easy gripping
Adjustment straps feature a hard cornered grip tab. Contact points follow a die cut transfer conduit back to the display center.
One design where contacts are integrated into a lyrical leaf pattern that may be more appreciated by female users.
Another with a leaf like layout along with a fashion knit comfort liner.
Another with textured grip tabs and a die cut conduit layout
Comfort maximized with heavy-duty stretch fabrics. Contact points and connectors molded into the fabric layers.
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Biomonitoring Braces

Enhancing the experience of orthopedic braces through materials and construction while incorporating the biomonitoring technology of the client.

Available
Freelance, Full-time
James Eisenbeiser
Consumer Products Designer East Jordan, MI