Active Protective Technologies' Tango Belt Receives FDA Breakthrough Device Designation, Poised to Revolutionize Fall Injury Prevention for Older Adults

FORT WASHINGTON, PA, Nov 13, 2023 - Active Protective Technologies is pleased to announce a significant milestone for the Tango® Belt, its pioneering solution for mitigating fall-induced major hip injuries in at-risk older adults. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently granted the Tango Belt the prestigious Breakthrough Device Designation, reflecting the device's innovative approach and exceptional potential to improve upon the standard of care for older adults at risk of major fall injuries, such as hip fractures.  This designation is intended to expedite the regulatory process, allowing for accelerated development, evaluation, and review of the device. It underscores the FDA's dedication to improving access to novel solutions for debilitating conditions that widely affect the US population.

Active Protective Technologies has also achieved a significant milestone in its mission to redefine fall injury prevention. The company has successfully completed the in-study phase of its multicenter clinical trial to study the Tango Belt's safety and efficacy versus the standard of care. This comprehensive trial was rigorously designed to test the Tango Belt's potential to significantly reduce the risk of major hip injuries resulting from falls in at-risk older adults.

"As a geriatrician who has cared for vulnerable older adults and their families for decades, I'm thrilled to see innovations like the Tango Belt emerge. This breakthrough wearable has the potential to dramatically reduce traumatic fall injuries that too often lead to disability and loss of independence," said Dr. Richard Stefanacci of Thomas Jefferson University, the principal investigator of the clinical trial. Wamis Singhatat, CEO of Active Protective Technologies, further stated “we are committed to making a profound impact on fall injury prevention and improving the quality of life for older adults. With the FDA's Breakthrough Device Designation and the successful completion of the multicenter clinical trial, the company is well-positioned to redefine the standard of care for fall injury prevention in older adults.”

About the Tango Belt

The Tango Belt, developed by Active Protective Technologies, is a groundbreaking medical device designed to safeguard older adults at risk of major hip injuries due to falls. It leverages advanced sensors and algorithms to detect an impending serious-hip impacting fall and instantaneously deploys airbags to cushion and protect the hips. By reducing the impact forces that can lead to hip fractures, one of the most devastating outcomes of falls among the elderly, the Tango Belt represents a remarkable advancement in fall injury prevention.

About Active Protective Technologies

Active Protective Technologies is at the forefront of medical device innovation, dedicated to enhancing the lives of older adults and reducing the burden of fall-induced injuries. The company's pioneering solution, the Tango Belt, is designed to mitigate major hip injuries due to falls, allowing older adults to maintain their independence and dignity while reducing the risk of severe fall injuries. Visit www.tangobelt.com for more information.

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