After studying burn victims and war veterans, entrepreneur Ran Ma hand-made a sock that contained sensors to detect foot ulcers. Now, her company, Siren, has secured $9.5 million, with an $8 million check from lead investor Mölnlycke Health Care to further the development and adoption of its diabetic foot ulcer (DFU) prevention product. It’s now […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Siren, a company founded by Ran Ma, has developed a revolutionary sock called Siren Sock that utilizes sensors to detect early signs of diabetic foot ulcers. This technology aims to address the significant health risks faced by the estimated one-third of diabetics who develop potentially debilitating ulcers. By monitoring foot temperature and identifying hotspots, Siren Socks provides real-time alerts, enabling early intervention and potentially preventing serious complications such as amputations. Siren secured $9.5 million in strategic funding, with a major contribution from Mölnlycke Health Care, to further develop and market this game-changing product for diabetic foot ulcer prevention.
Siren, a company founded by Ran Ma, has developed a revolutionary sock called Siren Sock that utilizes sensors to detect early signs of diabetic foot ulcers. This technology aims to address the significant health risks faced by the estimated one-third of diabetics who develop potentially debilitating ulcers. By monitoring foot temperature and identifying hotspots, Siren Socks provides real-time alerts, enabling early intervention and potentially preventing serious complications such as amputations. Siren secured $9.5 million in strategic funding, with a major contribution from Mölnlycke Health Care, to further develop and market this game-changing product for diabetic foot ulcer prevention.
