Calgary-based Orpyx Medical Technologies has launched its next-generation sensory insole platform — a proactive, scalable solution aimed at preventing costly diabetic foot complications before they escalate.
In the U.S. alone, foot-related issues account for one in every three diabetes-related healthcare dollars, costing the system more than $80 billion annually. Orpyx’s new solution targets these preventable outcomes through real-time remote monitoring.
The latest Orpyx Sensory Insoles feature embedded sensors that continuously track plantar pressure, foot temperature, step count, and wear time — all critical indicators of declining foot health. The insoles are built for simplicity: they require no charging for up to six months and sync automatically via a mobile app and in-home hub to Orpyx’s secure cloud platform.
“This new platform combines durable wearable technology with behavioral support to enable early intervention,” said Dr. Breanne Everett, CEO and founder of Orpyx. “We want to help people stay healthy and out of the hospital, while supporting health systems that are under pressure to deliver better outcomes at lower cost.”
Each patient in the program is paired with a dedicated Orpyx nurse who provides coaching, adherence support, and regular wellness checks — ensuring continuous care between clinic visits and supporting better outcomes at scale.
The technology is backed by clinical evidence. In a randomized controlled trial published in Lancet Digital Health, patients who wore earlier-generation Orpyx insoles for over 4.5 hours per day experienced an 86% reduction in foot re-ulceration. A separate study in Wound Care Management reported an 84% drop in ulcer occurrence within three months, and a 70% decrease in projected healthcare costs.
Foot complications are among the top drivers of hospitalization, amputation, and disability in people with diabetes — and are largely preventable through early detection and intervention.
Orpyx’s platform is designed to integrate with value-based care models across health systems, ACOs, and payers, offering a tech-enabled approach to managing one of the most complex and costly populations in chronic care.
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