Fall 2025 Monday Bootcamp 1.0 SensoSock Foot Health Monitor
Project Owner: Saanvi Arora
Email: isaanviarora@gmail.com
Every year, diabetes leads to over 160,000 amputations in the United States, and studies show that 80% of these are preventable with earlier detection and intervention. In Kentucky alone, 13.8% of the adult population (around 500,000 people) live with diabetes. Nationwide, that number rises to 38.1 million Americans. For many of these individuals, poor circulation and nerve damage in the feet create a dangerous combination: reduced sensation means injuries often go unnoticed, and impaired blood flow means wounds heal slowly. Small cuts can turn into ulcers, infections can progress, and by the time many patients realize something is wrong, it is too late to prevent amputation.
SensoSock is designed to change that. This startup has created a wearable health-tech solution that contains sensors to continuously monitor foot health. The sock is equipped with pressure sensors to detect hotspots where ulcers might form, heat sensors to catch early signs of infection, and pulse sensors to monitor circulation and blood flow. In addition to passive monitoring, the sock provides compression to actively improve circulation, and it is made from durable, cut-resistant materials to ensure long-term wear. The sensors are removable, making the socks washable and easy to integrate into everyday life.
All data collected by the SensoSock is transmitted to a companion mobile application, where it is translated into clear and actionable insights. Users can track their foot health daily, caregivers can receive alerts if issues arise, and healthcare providers can access continuous remote monitoring that supports earlier and more effective interventions. This makes SensoSock a powerful preventative tool that addresses a critical healthcare gap in a way that is comfortable, non-invasive, and accessible.
The market potential for this innovation is significant. In the United States, the diabetic population represents a $7.6 billion addressable market, with Kentucky alone accounting for $95 million. Among diabetics over the age of sixty, who are particularly vulnerable, the market opportunity is $36.7 million. By providing an affordable solution that reduces hospitalizations and amputations, SensoSock creates value for both patients and healthcare systems.
What sets SensoSock apart from existing products is its combination of features and affordability. Current competitors, such as Siren Sock and Sensoria, each focus on only one aspect of monitoring, temperature or pressure, while charging prices of $239 and $199. In contrast, SensoSock combines pressure, heat, pulse, and compression into a single product at a lower price point. This makes it both more comprehensive and more cost-effective, opening the door for wider adoption across different patient populations.
Our customer segments include individual diabetics managing their own health, families and caregivers looking for peace of mind, and healthcare organizations such as nursing homes and clinics that want to reduce costs through preventative care. By bridging medical precision with everyday usability, SensoSock makes it possible to catch health problems early while keeping patients comfortable and independent. Our vision extends beyond this first product. SensoSock is the foundation for a broader suite of wearable health-tech innovations that use everyday clothing to seamlessly monitor vital health metrics. By starting with the feet, where diabetes creates some of its most devastating complications, we are tackling one of the most urgent but overlooked aspects of preventative care. With each step, SensoSock brings people closer to safer, healthier, and more independent living.
