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A Breakthrough Device that Aims to Prevent Osteoporosis

Global Medical Device Podcast · 19 Aug 2021 · 24m · Episode 224

What this episode covers

Laura Yecies, CEO of Bone Health Technologies, discusses the development and regulatory journey of OsteoBoost, a vibration belt designed to prevent osteopenia and osteoporosis. She explains how the company leveraged NASA’s whole-body vibration research to create a practical belt form factor, addressing compliance issues with earlier stationary platforms. Yecies details the challenges of navigating the FDA Breakthrough Device Designation, managing clinical trials during the pandemic, and securing funding from women-focused angel groups like Astia Angels.

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early-stage companies

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Bone Health Technologies, NASA, FDA, Astia Angels, Green Light Guru
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OsteoBoost

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