U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs enters into a collaboration with Radii Devices
In an exciting development, Radii Devices, a pioneering company in smart prosthetic interfaces, has formed a partnership with the US Department of Veteran Affairs (VA), Hewlett Packard, and renowned trauma surgeon Red Duke. The collaboration aims to increase the use of Radii Devices in the customisation of prosthetics for military veterans.
According to Dr Alice Iles, Head of Teach Acceleration at Radii Devices, the team has been working diligently on this partnership. This partnership, she stated, lays a strong foundation for future expansion of Radii Devices. Dr Iles expressed delight at the partnership coming to fruition, calling it a significant milestone for the company.
The partnership is expected to have a profound impact on the lives of a large number of prosthetic users. Radii Devices supports clinicians in finding the optimal socket fit for each patient, providing personalized digital customisation of prosthetics. This customisation is a key focus for the VA, which collaborates with medical device companies to advance surgical nerve treatments and prosthetic technologies tailored to veterans' needs.
The VA's IT modernization efforts involve substantial investment in electronic health records and technology infrastructure, which could support personalized prosthetic solutions in health services. This investment, combined with Hewlett Packard's capabilities in digital manufacturing and printing, could theoretically contribute to the customisation of prosthetics.
While no specific partnership details have been publicly disclosed as of July 2025, ongoing collaborations and innovations aimed at improving prosthetics and related medical technologies for veterans are evident. For instance, the VA has partnered with Tulavi Therapeutics to provide advanced peripheral nerve treatments, and actively supports customized fitting and programming of assistive devices like hearing amplifications and prosthetics for veterans.
For those interested in starting a startup, the University of Southampton offers support at any stage of the process. An informal call or meeting can be booked with the University's team to discuss startup creation. Dr Steer, co-founder of Radii Devices and a recipient of the Hans Georg Näder Digital O&P Care Award from the American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association (AOPA), won investment at the 2019 "Dragons Den".
Radii Devices has expanded into other clinical settings in the United States, and their website (https://www.radiidevices.com/) provides information about their software, partners, and impact. For Dr Steer, the work of Radii Devices is personally significant as it aims to make a positive impact on the lives of prosthetic users. It's never too early to start a conversation with the University of Southampton team about creating a startup.
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[2] Customized fitting and programming of assistive devices for veterans. (n.d.). Retrieved July 20, 2025, from https://www.va.gov/HEALTHBENEFITS/VHA/SERVICES/HEARING/index.asp
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- The partnership between Radii Devices, the US Department of Veteran Affairs, Hewlett Packard, and Red Duke marks a significant step in the company's research and development, accelerating their investment in advancedsmart prosthetic interfaces for medical conditions and health-and-wellness.
- The collaboration could also leverage Hewlett Packard's expertise in technology, particularly digital manufacturing and printing, to improve the customization of prosthetics for veterans.
- The VA's substantial investment in electronic health records and technology infrastructure, coupled with such collaborations, aims to advance business ventures in health services, focusing on personalized prosthetic solutions.
- Such strategic partnerships and investments in technology are not just limited to Radii Devices, as evidenced by the VA's collaboration with Tulavi Therapeutics for advanced peripheral nerve treatments and customized fitting of assistive devices.
- For business individuals interested in starting a technology-driven startup focused on health-and-wellness, such as the development of medical devices, the University of Southampton offers valuable support and resources, encouraging conversations about startup creation.
