HeelPod
Your Feet,
Understood.
HeelPod is a medical-grade smart orthotic insole with real-time pressure mapping, AI gait coaching, and 5 sensor zones — all inside a device smaller than an AirPods case.
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Why HeelPod
Intelligence in Every Step
HeelPod combines medical-grade orthotic support with embedded sensors and AI — turning every walk into actionable health data.
Real-Time Pressure Mapping
4 FSR sensors across heel and arch zones capture pressure distribution at 50 Hz, revealing how your foot actually moves.
6-Phase Gait Analysis
A 6-axis IMU and proprietary algorithm detect every phase of your gait cycle — from heel strike to toe-off — identifying anomalies in real time.
AI Gait Coach
Our AI analyzes your sessions and delivers personalized insights — gait score, pronation trends, corrective exercises, and weekly progress reports.
Haptic Feedback
A built-in LRA motor delivers gentle vibrations to alert you about cadence changes, posture corrections, or goal milestones — right through your shoe.
Bluetooth 5.0
Low-energy wireless streaming to the companion app. Connects instantly, streams continuously, and lasts 15+ hours on a single charge.
Customizable Orthotic
Built on Foot Culture's medical-grade ArchFeet platform with add-on arch and callus cushions. Trim to fit any shoe from size 5 to 12.5.
Inside the Pod
Engineered to Disappear
The HeelPod module is just 38 x 28 x 8 mm and weighs 12 grams — invisible inside your shoe, powerful in your pocket.
nRF52840 Brain
64 MHz ARM Cortex-M4F processor with BLE 5.0, running a custom gait analysis algorithm at 50 Hz with on-device step detection.
BMI270 Motion Sensor
6-axis IMU (accelerometer + gyroscope) captures 3D motion data for gait phase detection, stride analysis, and fall detection.
4 FSR Pressure Zones
Force-sensitive resistors at heel center, medial, lateral, and arch positions map your foot's pressure distribution in real time.
USB-C Rechargeable
120 mAh LiPo battery with BQ25180 smart charging. 15+ hours active use, full charge in under 1 hour via USB-C.
Haptic Motor
DRV2605L-driven LRA motor with 10 vibration patterns for real-time gait correction alerts and goal notifications.
How It Works
From Box to Better Walking in 3 Minutes
Insert the Insole
Remove your shoe's factory insole and drop in the HeelPod insole. Trim to fit if needed. Works with any athletic or casual shoe.
Pair with the App
Open the FootCulture app, tap "Connect HeelPod," and pair via Bluetooth. One-time setup takes 30 seconds.
Walk Naturally
Just walk. HeelPod automatically tracks your gait, maps pressure, counts steps, and streams data to your phone in real time.
Get AI Insights
After each session, the AI coach analyzes your data and delivers a gait score, personalized tips, and corrective exercises.
Companion App
Your Feet Have a Story.
Now You Can Read It.
The FootCulture app transforms raw sensor data into clear, actionable health insights — no medical degree required.
Live Dashboard
Step count, cadence, active time, and connection status — all at a glance with animated goal rings.
Pressure Heatmap
Visual foot outline with color-coded pressure zones. See exactly where your weight lands with every step.
AI Gait Coach
Personalized gait score (0-100), risk alerts, corrective exercises, and weekly trend analysis powered by AI.
Session History & CSV Export
Every walk is logged. Review past sessions, track progress over time, and export data for your healthcare provider.
Specifications
Built for Performance
HeelPod Module
| Dimensions | 38 x 28 x 8 mm |
| Weight | 12 g (with battery) |
| Processor | nRF52840 (64 MHz Cortex-M4F) |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.0 LE |
| Sensors | 4x FSR + 6-axis IMU (BMI270) |
| Sample Rate | 50 Hz (configurable 10-100 Hz) |
| Battery | 120 mAh LiPo |
| Battery Life | 15+ hours active / 10 days standby |
| Charging | USB-C (BQ25180, ~1 hour) |
| Haptic | LRA motor (DRV2605L), 10 patterns |
| LED | RGB status indicator |
Insole
| Material | Medical-grade EVA + TPU |
| Top Layer | Breathable microfiber textile |
| Sizes | Women 5 — Men 12.5 (9 sizes) |
| Thickness (heel) | 13.5 mm |
| Thickness (forefoot) | 5.5 mm |
| Weight (insole only) | ~4 oz |
| Customization | Arch cushion + callus cushion add-ons |
| Compatibility | Any athletic, casual, or work shoe |
| Trimmable | Yes — trim-to-fit guidelines included |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 (splash-proof) |
| Washable | Surface wipe; remove pod before cleaning |
Designed For
Relief Backed by Data
HeelPod builds on Foot Culture's medical-grade ArchFeet platform, trusted by foot and ankle health experts for these conditions:
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