Fusotech and China Resources Launch 'Guardians of the National Spine' Initiative to Screen 10 Million Adolescents for Scoliosis This Year

On May 7, 2023, the Spinal Health Innovation and Development Forum and the Strategic Launch Ceremony of the “Backbone of the Nation” Protection Project, co-hosted by VCBeat VB100 and Fusote, were successfully held in Zhangjiang, Shanghai.

This forum gathered numerous distinguished experts, including the Deputy Dean of the School of Competitive Sports at Shanghai University of SportYuan PengChairman of the Health Education Working Committee, China Tao Xingzhi Research AssociationAi Ling, Director of the Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation Group at Ruijin Rehabilitation HospitalBao YongDirector of the Center for Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine Diagnosis and Treatment of Scoliosis, Zhejiang Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese MedicineDu Honggen, Associate Chief Physician, Department of Radiology, Shanghai Ruijin HospitalQin Le, General Manager of the Medical Device Marketing Center, China ResourcesLi Bing, Founder and CEO of Fusote MedicalHe DanGeneral Manager, Regional Medical Device Division, China Resources Hubei Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.Cai Yubin, Deputy General Manager of Tianjin Tasly Integrated Medicine Co., Ltd.Wang GangGeneral Manager, Kexin Health Technology (Zhejiang) Co., Ltd.Sun GuanfangLeaders and distinguished guests will attend the conference to share best practices and application cases, jointly exploring innovative developments in spinal health.

Figure 1. Official Launch of the Strategic Partnership for the “Backbone of the Nation” Protection Project (Left: He Dan, Founder and CEO of Fusuote Medical; Right: Li Bing, General Manager of the CR Medical Device Marketing Center)

At the conference, the General Manager of China Resources Medical Devices Marketing CenterLi BingOfficially launched with He Dan, Founder and CEO of Fusote Medical“National Pillar” Guardian Project, and signed a strategic cooperation agreement on behalf of both parties, will join forces to leverage complementary strengths, aiming to drive transformative change in the global prevention and control of scoliosis.

Figure 2. Signing Ceremony for Strategic Partnerships in Fusuote Medical’s Spinal Health Industry Ecosystem (From left to right: He Dan, Founder and CEO of Fusuote Medical; Wang Gang, Deputy General Manager of Tianjin Tasly Integrated Medicine Co., Ltd.; Cai Yubin, General Manager of the Regional Medical Device Division of China Resources Hubei Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.; Sun Guanfang, General Manager of Kexin Health Technology (Zhejiang) Co., Ltd.)

In addition, Fusote also held discussions withTasly、Kexin Health Technology、China Resources Hubei PharmaceuticalSigned the “Fusuote Medical Spinal Health Industry Ecosystem Partner Agreement (2023),” fully integrating and coordinating resources from all parties, with the goal of promoting the development and technological innovation of China’s spinal health industry, empowering the industrial ecosystem, and focusing on building a resource-sharing mechanism that is enterprise-led, market-oriented, and integrates production, education, research, and application, to jointly safeguard the spinal health of Chinese children and adolescents in an all-around and full-cycle manner.

It is reported that,Scoliosis has become the third major “killer” affecting the health of children and adolescents in China, following obesity and myopia.. According to survey statistics, the incidence of scoliosis among children and adolescents in China has been rising continuously over the past decade, currently exceeding 5%,It is estimated that nearly 10 million children and adolescents are affected by scoliosis.。

According to multiple industry experts, scoliosis is prevalent among children and adolescents aged 5 to 18. Once it develops, it not only causes visible spinal deformities, leading to feelings of inferiority in children, but also impairs their functional mobility. In severe cases, it can compress and damage other organs, such as the heart and lungs, as well as nerves, thereby affecting the child’s entire life. Therefore,"Early Detection, Early Prevention, Early Treatment"It has become a consensus for the prevention and control of scoliosis in children and adolescents.

However, at present, the diagnosis of scoliosis mainly relies on X-rays combined with manual film reading to measure the Cobb angle. This approach, on one hand, isA large radiation area can cause damage to the hematopoietic and reproductive systems of adolescents.; on the other hand, it relies on manual interpretation of medical images, making it difficult to ensure an adequate supply of radiologists for large-scale screening. Moreover, there are issues such as inconsistent measurement methods among physicians and varying levels of technical expertise.This may lead to a high false-positive rate and poor reproducibility of results.。

Figure 3. Three-Dimensional Digital Diagnosis and Intelligent Treatment System for the Spine

Based on this, Fusote, established in 2020, independently developed ““3D Digital Diagnosis and Intelligent Treatment System for the Spine”Integrating innovative intelligent optical sensing technology, precise terrain scanning technology, and multi-sensor information fusion technology, enhanced by gain control techniques, and leveraging advanced digital twin technology to create a three-dimensional bionic mirror image of the spine through digital mapping, ultimately fully revealing the morphology of the spine.

Figure 4. He Dan, Founder and CEO of Fusote Medical

According to He Dan, founder and CEO of Fusote Medical, in practical operation, users simply need to hold the measuring wheel and move it from C7 to L5,Roll once along the spinous processes from top to bottom; the measurement can be completed in 10 seconds.Moreover, the test results are presented in a 3D spinal report diagram, with data such as Cobb angle, thoracic curvature, lumbar curvature, and ATR angle automatically synchronized for display, making the measurement results clear at a glance.

Figure 5. Xiaoshu Student Spinal Detector in Use

To meet the needs of spinal monitoring in home settings, Fusote has developed a home-use“Xiaoshu Student Spine Detector”, and launch supporting initiatives“Xiao Shu Tongxue” APP Spinal Monitoring PlatformSpinal health indicators can be obtained through a one-minute test. Furthermore, with user consent, the detection data from “Xiao Shu Tongxue” can be directly shared with hospitals or online experts on the platform to help parents analyze the results and provide solutions. This truly breaks down the diagnostic and treatment barriers between B-end and C-end users, as well as between hospitals and families, enabling comprehensive management of spinal health for children and adolescents.

Figure 6. “Xiao Shu Tongxue” App Spinal Monitoring Platform

Furthermore, to address the challenge of poor adherence among children and adolescents,FusoteLaunchedA Set of Metaverse Rehabilitation Exercises. It is reported that this marks the debut of the innovative project, in which movements are input by professional athletes to generate corresponding patterns. Patients need only use their smartphones for motion capture, without any sensors, and perform the corresponding standard movements to pass the levels. To enhance engagement, numerous motion-sensing games are interspersed throughout the experience.

To address the limitations of existing products in diagnosis and treatment, Fusote'sSmart BraceAlso set to launch this year, this smart brace can exchange data with Fosuote’s spinal detection system and make real-time intelligent adjustments based on the progression of spinal growth. Furthermore, unlike traditional braces that must be replaced every three months, this smart brace requires only a single purchase to cover the entire treatment cycle, which means significant savings in medical expenses for patients’ families. Additionally, Fusuote has committed to recycling the smart brace after patients complete their treatment.

Therefore, overall,FusoteIn reality, it has bridged the gap in the spinal field.Education, Screening, Diagnosis and Treatment, Rehabilitation, and MonitoringIntegrated Service Chain。

As a partner in the “National Backbone” Protection Project, China Resources, as a red-state central enterprise with a glorious history, bears the important mission of meeting people’s needs through social development. Since the healthy growth of adolescents is a livelihood issue of high concern to people of all ethnic groups across China, launching adolescent spinal health screening activities under the “National Backbone” Protection Project in collaboration with Fusote is highly aligned with national policies and the group’s strategic guidelines.

Additionally,FusoteCurrentlyHolds 28 Invention Patents，"Also obtained the National Medical Device Registration Certificate.", and also obtained EUCECertification, such high-end, cutting-edge products align closely with China Resources’ overall positioning and its future development plans in the orthopedics sector. Therefore, as Li Bing, General Manager of China Resources Medical Devices Marketing Center, stated, the collaboration with Fossort is indeed straightforward,Innovative industry, innovative products, innovative models,ThisThe Path to Future Innovative Collaboration with China ResourcesAllGood Match。

It is reported that Fusote and China Resources Pharmaceutical’s “‘Backbone of the Nation’ Protection Project” is implemented through cooperation with local government authorities, applying Fusote’s independently developed“3D Digital Diagnosis and Intelligent Treatment System for the Spine”and"Xiao Shu Student Spinal Detector"Conduct spinal health screening among primary and secondary school students. According to the plan formulated by both parties,This year, screening programs are to be completed in at least 10 cities, with a total of no fewer than 10 million individuals screened.. Currently, the project has made certain progress in Wuhan, Harbin, and Xicheng District of Beijing.

So, how should both parties move forward in the future?

It is reported that scoliosis prevention and control is a systematic project that requires concerted efforts from all sectors. The establishment of a comprehensive system for scoliosis screening, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation is not an overnight endeavor but demands multi-party collaboration. According to Ms. He Dan, Fosote’s partnership with China Resources aims to leverage the influence and resources of this central state-owned enterprise to rapidly extend the benefits of its technology and services to more children and adolescents.

Figure 7. Li Bing, General Manager of the Medical Device Marketing Center, China Resources

In fact, this is precisely where China Resources’ advantage lies. According to Mr. Li Bing, to better facilitate collaboration, China Resources has established its own project team,It also mobilized 28 provincial companies and 350 subsidiaries of China Resources Pharmaceutical Commercial, integrating dedicated personnel, specialized teams, innovative models, earmarked funds, and government-related resources exclusively into this project., with the aim of fully leveraging our strengths to comprehensively drive the promotion and market penetration of Fusote’s core products.

In addition to intensifying its marketing efforts, China Resources will also explore greater potential for collaboration with Fusuote in product development. By leveraging China Resources’ resources and strengths in the four key areas of orthopedics, LED technology, cardiac intervention, and vascular access, the company will achieve strong synergy with Fusuote. Furthermore, as the originator and exclusive provider of these products worldwide, China Resources has established a clear strategy and direction for comprehensive industry chain development. These capabilities will be fully integrated with Fusuote’s operations to ensure the effective implementation and advancement of related initiatives.

Figure 8. Fusote medical staff introducing products to customers

It is precisely because of the support from leading brands such as China Resources and Tasly that Fusote continues to unlock its potential. According to Ms. He Dan, Fusote will expand beyond scoliosis into product areas such as pediatric and adolescent flat feet and obesity, striving to build a one-stop platform for healthy development in children and adolescents.

Furthermore, Fusote will continue to increase its investment in the research of scoliosis devices, expanding the indications to include degenerative scoliosis in the elderly and broadening the detection scope to the cervical spine through probe iterations. On another front, it will leverage the patient community established by “Xiao Shu Tongxue” to seek collaborations with pharmaceutical companies and insurance providers. Additionally, He Dan revealed plans to collaborate with academic institutions on research projects, exploring Alzheimer’s disease treatments from a neuroscience perspective or developing rehabilitation devices for patients with high-level paraplegia.

During the media Q&A session, when asked why she chose to start a business in a relatively niche sector, Ms. He Dan stated that Fusote’s original intention was simple: it just wanted toLetScoliosisEnabling early detection and precise screening to reduce children’s exposure to X-rays, while digitizing and standardizing the entire process of screening, prevention, and treatment, ensures that children in first- and second-tier cities enjoy the same diagnostic and therapeutic conditions as those in fourth-, fifth-, seventh-, and eighth-tier cities, or even in impoverished mountainous regions.。

As for concerns about imitation and plagiarism, Ms. He Dan remained composed: “First, our patents are already in place; second, I believeOur technology does not exist in isolation，It is a chain of interlinked links.“, unless every single aspect is exactly the same as mine, possessing R&D and marketing capabilities identical to ours. I would certainly welcome the emergence of such a remarkable company.”