2. What is the problem?
• The Instrument Assisted
Soft Tissue Mobilization
(IASTM) technique is
used by Therapists,
Trainers and
Chiropractors to
effectively treat
multiple soft tissue
disorders
• Current tools in the
market have poor
ergonomics and
usability
3. How does product/service solve problem?
ERGONOMICS
Multiple modes of
gripping
Anti-slipping features
No spreading of
lotion to fingers
USABILITY
Multiple modalities
Every edge is used to
mobilize tissue
ACCESSIBILITY
Affordable
Simple cost and
training structures
4. What is the market use?
• Physical Therapists:
– 239,800 (2016), projected to grow 28% from 2016-2026
• Massage Therapists:
– 160,300 (2016), projected to grow 26% from 2016-2026
• Chiropractors:
– 47,400 (2016), projected to grow 12% from 2016-2026
• Athletic Trainers:
– 27,800 (2016), projected to grow 23% from 2016-2026
5. What competition exists?
IASTM Tools Ergonomics Usability Accessibility
Hawk Grips
ErgoSTM
“I had less thumb/finger discomfort with this tool, and the overall ergonomic capabilities for
the practitioner are much better” – Lauren Huckstep, DPT (Athletico, St. Louis)
6. What is the status of the intellectual property?
• Patent Application
– US 20160166459 A1
• Claims
– Device design
– Method of using the device
7. What is the stage of development?
• We have 3D printed
working prototypes
• Received an initial
quote on prototype
tooling from a
domestic molding
company
• Regulatory Pathway:
Class I Medical Device
(only need to register as
an establishment with the
FDA)
8. What is needed for further development?
• Experienced Entrepreneur or Licensee
– Manufacturing
– Sales/Distribution – through product catalogs and online
(Amazon sales for other products have gone up in the last
two years)
Editor's Notes
As the population ages, demand for physical therapy will strengthen
Opioid-free pain treatment and management
A tool that is built by clinicians for clinicians for fast frequent and ergonomic use.
All data obtained from Bureau of Labor Statistics
