Controlled loading
Box step-up
Single-leg loading in a simple, repeatable training movement.
Precision knee support · General wellness product
Human Movement,Re-Engineered.
A precision-engineered knee brace built for daily movement — and we're working directly with our first 100 customers to shape what it becomes.
General wellness device in development · Not yet FDA cleared · Not intended to diagnose or treat
Controlled Joint SeparationPrecision mechanics
Built for Real MovementDaily life. Higher potential.
Movement-Informed DesignKinesiology perspective
In DevelopmentSensors · AI · App · Heat · Vibration
Where We Are
GAPR is a general wellness product in active development. Current prototype: Mechanical brace exploring controlled joint separation. Future concepts: Integrated sensors, coaching, and companion software are not part of the current prototype. How to participate: We're reviewing founding-customer applications now — apply below. Read the full disclaimer before contacting us.
The Problem
Bridging the Gap in Knee Support
Many people encounter a frustrating choice: simple support for home use, or specialized equipment that is harder to access every day.
Passive Braces
Common sleeves and braces can provide compression or stabilization, depending on their design and fit.
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GAPR
Active Home Support
GAPR is exploring controlled joint separation through precision-engineered mechanics for daily home use.
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Clinical Equipment
Some specialized systems are designed for supervised or facility-based use rather than everyday routines.
Founding Customer Program
Help shape GAPR before launch.
We're reviewing a small group of founding-customer applications from people interested in an early-stage general wellness prototype. Applying does not guarantee acceptance, purchase, clinical access, or a delivery date. Price and next steps are discussed directly.
- Use the current mechanical prototype and give direct feedback.
- Help the team refine fit, comfort, and everyday usability.
- Get early visibility into planned sensor, AI, app, heat, and vibration features.
Core Innovation
How GAPR Works
One mechanical system defines the current prototype. Sensor, coaching, and app concepts are clearly marked as future development.
Precision hingeControlled mechanical movement
Current prototypeNo speculative electronics shown
Available today
Controlled Joint Separation
The current prototype explores controlled joint separation through a mechanical design intended to work with natural movement.
Safety note: This product is in development. Review the full disclaimer and consult a licensed healthcare provider before use.
Movement Coaching
A future concept for translating movement data into feedback.
Multi-Modal Sensing
A future concept involving pressure and motion sensing. Hardware and performance targets are not established claims.
Targeted Heating
A future comfort concept requiring separate safety and engineering validation.
Not part of the current prototype.
Smart Mobile App
A future companion-software concept for optional movement and product feedback.
Adaptive Vibration
A future feedback concept, not available in the current prototype.
Real movement
Built for the movements that matter.
Trails. Stairs. Strength. Training. Mobility. Daily life. The product story gets stronger when GAPR is shown in the moments people actually want to keep doing.
Trail / descent
Engineered support should leave the gym.
Uneven terrain and downhill movement give the campaign a more human, real-world sense of capability while keeping knee loading visually central.
Single-leg strength
Box lunge
Supported split-stance work keeps the knee visible while showing controlled range and balance.
Strength
Deep squat
High knee flexion makes the support mechanics easy to understand at a glance.
Everyday strength
Farmer carry
Loaded walking connects GAPR to capability, resilience, and daily life.
Mobility
Hip flexor stretch
A quieter movement moment broadens the visual language beyond high-intensity training.
Mobility
Hamstring mobility
A warmer, lower-intensity scene gives the campaign a recovery and everyday-wellness register.
Daily movement
Stair descent
A familiar real-world task where controlled knee loading is immediately legible.
Multi-directional
Lateral movement
Movement in another plane keeps the campaign from feeling limited to straight-line exercise.
Product
GAPR in the Real World
Advanced engineering meets everyday life. Built to move with you, support your joints, and fit seamlessly into your daily routine.
Everyday wearable support
Built for motion
Minimalist profile
Precision craftsmanship
Confident daily living
Who It's For
For People Exploring Everyday Movement Support
GAPR is for adults interested in evaluating an early-stage general wellness prototype during everyday movement. It is not a medical device, a treatment, or a substitute for care from a licensed healthcare provider.
Are you a healthcare provider, researcher, or potential partner? Reach out through the contact form — we're interested in responsible early collaboration.
Before You Apply
What founding customers should understand
- The current prototype is mechanical; sensors, coaching, and app concepts are future development.
- Founding customers provide feedback on fit, comfort, and everyday usability.
- Application does not guarantee acceptance, purchase, clinical access, or a specific delivery date.
- Review the disclaimer and consult a licensed healthcare provider about your individual situation.
Research & IPGrounded in Movement Science,
Grounded in Movement Science,
Built Transparently
GAPR's team brings movement, design, and engineering perspectives to an early-stage product. We distinguish the current prototype from ideas still being explored.
Controlled single-leg loadingMovement is where engineering becomes visible.
TODAY
A mechanical prototype with controlled joint separation is the current focus.
NEXT
Sensors, coaching, and companion software remain development concepts.
OPEN
Founding customers help the team learn about fit, comfort, and everyday use.
Intellectual Property
Patent application information is shared as part of GAPR's development story.
GAPR is developing a distinct mechanical approach to knee support. Intellectual-property status does not establish clinical effectiveness, and the current prototype remains a general wellness product in active development.
Launch Notes
Follow the Build
Product updates, movement research, and practical notes from the team building GAPR.
Featured launch update
Introducing the GAPR Founding Customer Program
Be among the first 100 to shape the next generation of intelligent knee support products.
Read the launch update5 Everyday Habits for Healthier Knees
Simple, low-pressure wellness habits for moving comfortably through daily routines.
Why Biomechanical Guidance Matters for Daily Movement
A team perspective on how gentle mechanical guidance can support healthier movement patterns without medical intervention.
The Team
The People You'll Be Working With
A small, hands-on team combining kinesiology expertise and engineering rigor. As a founding customer, you'll have direct access to the people building GAPR.
How founding customers work with us
Start the conversationYou'll speak with the people making product decisions, share real feedback on fit and daily use, and help shape what moves from prototype into future versions.
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Dr. Michael Yi
Kinesiology and physical therapy perspective
GAPR's team includes movement and physical-therapy perspectives focused on how people use wellness products in daily life. Credentials and current affiliations should be confirmed directly with the team.
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Clint Peralta
Lead Inventor & Designer
Entrepreneur and business leader with creative design vision. Clint helped build the early prototype and tests the device as part of his own fitness routine.
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Jon-Michael Evans
Lead Technologist & Co-Inventor
Technology and engineering lead supporting the prototype, software architecture, and product development process.
Founding Customers
Join the First Hundred
We're reviewing a small group of founding-customer applications from people interested in an early-stage general wellness prototype. Applying does not guarantee acceptance, purchase, clinical access, or a delivery date. Price and next steps are discussed directly.
What to expect Submit your background and interests · The team reviews applications · If selected, we discuss fit, participation, pricing, and delivery directly · Feedback may shape future development
Los Angeles, California
General wellness product in development
Participation waiver required
Founding customer application
Tell us who you are and how you want to participate.Submit an application, then our team reviews it and follows up with selected applicants to discuss fit, participation, pricing, and delivery. Applying does not guarantee acceptance, purchase, clinical access, or a delivery date.
We respect your privacy. No spam, ever. We aim to respond to founding-customer inquiries within 48 hours.