ZeroMove Medical Files IPO Prospectus: Digitally Empowering Adolescent Spinal Health with an Integrated Screening, Diagnosis, and Rehabilitation Solution

“Sit up straight” is a phrase that parents around the world likely say to their children. Even at the Oscars, Anne Hathaway, while serving as host, was publicly reminded by her mother to “sit up straight.”

Anne Hathaway’s Mother Reminds Her to “Stand Up Straight” at the Oscars

Poor postural habits, such as looking down with a bent waist, hunching the chest, and rounding the back, not only compromise physical appearance but also predispose individuals to scoliosis. Scoliosis is defined as a lateral curvature of the spine measuring 10 degrees or greater and warrants early intervention. When scoliosis progresses to a severe stage, it can cause neurological impairment and compress the lungs, potentially leading to respiratory symptoms that may require surgical correction.

According to preliminary epidemiological survey data from the Spinal Disease Prevention and Control Committee of the Chinese Preventive Medicine Association, combined with authoritative journals and domestic expert consensus, it is estimated that the number of primary and secondary school students in China with scoliosis has already exceeded 5 million, and is still increasing at a rate of approximately 300,000 per year.

Scoliosishas become a threat to the health of children and adolescents in China, following obesity and myopiaThe Third Major Disease。

Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis often presents with subtle and highly concealed aesthetic abnormalities in its early stages. It is frequently diagnosed only when the condition has progressed to a severe stage, adversely affecting daily life, physical development, and academic performance, and leading to multiple complications. By this time, the optimal window for intervention has often passed, forcing patients and their families to opt for surgical treatments that are costly and highly invasive. The key to breaking this deadlock lies in leveraging digital technologies to integrate and streamline the processes of screening and rehabilitation.

In this regard,Shenzhen Lingdong Medical Technology Co., Ltd.(abbreviated as"ZeroMotion Medical") innovatively provides a set ofConnects hospital rehabilitation institutions with patients' parents, providing a closed-loop management model for the digital prevention and control of adolescent spinal health, encompassing screening and prevention, diagnostic analysis and treatment, and health management.

Zero Motion Medical is a digital postural health service company specializing in the R&D, manufacturing, and services of intelligent products for the spinal health industry. It provides comprehensive postural intervention solutions for adolescents, including screening for abnormal spinal curvature and plantar conditions, as well as customized digital intelligent orthotic braces, safeguarding the healthy postural development of teenagers.

The company has established a presence in both Bao'an District, Shenzhen, and Hong Kong Cyberport.Shenzhen BranchFocusing on the research and development, as well as production, of internet products and electronic devices.Hong Kong Branchis to focus on cutting-edge algorithm research.

Within less than a year of its establishment, the company successively won the Second Prize in the semi-finals and the Third Prize in the finals of the “4th China Medical Device Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition,” as well as prestigious honors including the Student Innovation Grand Award and Gold Award at the 2021 Hong Kong ICT Awards. It also secured angel-round financing from MiraclePlus. Currently, the company holds four patented inventions, with several additional patents pending application.

Lingdong Medical offers a comprehensive product portfolio, including the Dr. Body-Scan Infrared 3D Spine and Posture Analyzer, the Dr. Body Posture Doctor mini-program, Dr. Body posture correction braces, Dr. Body orthotic insoles, and 3D intelligent orthotic braces for abnormal spinal curvature, along with digital management systems. These solutions cover the entire process from scoliosis screening to conservative treatment.

According to Dr. Xu Zhenda, founder of Lingdong Medical, most companies currently on the market focus almost exclusively on either screening or rehabilitation alone, resulting in spinal screening and intervention being largely carried out by separate entities. Scoliosis screening is primarily conducted by public welfare organizations and relevant associations, while intervention is undertaken by hospitals or other third-party institutions. This fragmentation leads to cumbersome diagnostic and treatment processes, suboptimal intervention outcomes, and a high risk of patient dropout.

To address the aforementioned unresolved industry pain points, Lingdong Medical has established a comprehensiveA systematic framework spanning screening and prevention, diagnostic analysis and treatment, to health management.

“Hospitals require a comprehensive solution spanning from screening to clinical translation, rather than screening alone.” Based on this principle, Lingdong Medical provides hospitals with end-to-end solutions and products covering the entire pathway from screening to treatment across three key areas.

First, Zero Motion Medical helps hospitals reach users effectively and at a low cost through online and offline screening methods.

Online ScreeningPrimarily based on the self-developed technologies of Lingdong MedicalPosture Doctor AI Online Assessment Mini ProgramThis product leverages AI algorithms combined with online expert assessment to accurately perform initial screening for scoliosis and analyze related postural issues. By breaking through spatial constraints, it enables screening to extend beyond offline facilities, thereby scientifically implementing a “home-based + screening” model.

During use, users are required to capture and upload three photographic views as instructed: a "standing posterior half-body photo," an "anterior 90° forward bend view," and a "posterior 90° forward bend view." Upon successful submission, the backend system automatically measures the Angle of Trunk Rotation (ATR) and posture-related parameters, such as shoulder asymmetry, using AI algorithms. If the user uploads X-ray images, the system can also automatically calculate the Cobb angle for scoliosis and generate a report automatically.

Figure: Comparison between the Posture Doctor AI Online Assessment Mini Program and manual inspection methods, with an error margin within 0.5.

OfflinePrimarilySchool-Based ScreeningPrimarily. With the necessary approvals, the Zero Motion Medical team will assist hospitals and other institutions in entering schools to conduct spinal health education for students and teachers, thereby raising awareness of scoliosis. Meanwhile, physicians will use the professional medical infrared detection device “Dr. Body-Scan” to perform preliminary assessments of students’ spinal development. For students identified with spinal issues, targeted health education on scoliosis will be provided, covering home exercise methods for mild scoliosis, as well as the role and significance of rehabilitative therapy.

ZeroDong Medical's On-Campus Screening Program

Secondly, Lingdong Medical provides hospitals with online mini-program development and operation and maintenance services.Upon completion of the aforementioned screening, Lingdong Medical will establish individual health records for each student’s screening results. All student information will be integrated into a mini-program developed for the affiliated hospital. Parents can scan a QR code and link their mobile phone numbers within the hospital’s mini-program to access the reports. If a child’s test results indicate potential risks, parents will receive an invitation from the hospital for follow-up re-examination. Meanwhile, the mini-program will record and analyze the collected user data to provide subsequent follow-up services.

Finally, provide hospitals with full-cycle product support spanning from screening and diagnosis to treatment.Lingdong Medical has implemented a matrix-style product portfolio centered on the diagnosis and treatment of spinal conditions. On the diagnostic front, it offers solutions such as the Dr.Body-Scan infrared 3D spine and posture analyzer and the Posture Doctor AI online assessment tool. For intervention and treatment, it provides products including the Dr.Body digital orthotic brace for scoliosis, Dr.Body posture correction belts, and Dr.Body orthotic insoles. Physicians can select appropriate products to assist in treatment based on patient conditions at corresponding stages of care, significantly enhancing treatment convenience.

In the aforementioned end-to-end process,Dr. Body Scan Infrared 3D Spine and Posture Assessment AnalyzerThis product is worth mentioning.

Dr. Body Scan Infrared 3D Spinal and Posture Assessment Analyzer and Usage Instructions

Dr. Body-Scan Infrared 3D Spinal and Postural Assessment Analyzer is a specialized medical infrared detection device tailored for three-dimensional evaluation of abnormal spinal curvature and postural analysis. It employs mature infrared imaging technology to perform three-dimensional reconstruction and thermal imaging of the human back surface. Leveraging AI algorithms, it automatically locates anatomical landmarks on the back and deduces the three-dimensional morphology of major skeletal structures, such as the spine, through musculoskeletal biomechanical modeling, enabling automated calculation and measurement. This system facilitates the analysis of musculoskeletal issues in both static and dynamic states, achieving safe and reliable detection, long-term follow-up assessments for musculoskeletal rehabilitation, and assistance in formulating treatment plans.

When integrated with a plantar visual scanning analyzer, the system can generate 3D spinal data and foot morphology information in just five seconds. Users can access their assessment reports at any time by using the “Posture Doctor” AI online screening mini-program, while the backend system automatically generates group reports for institutions. Suitable forPosture health screening for school students, small and medium-sized clinics, postpartum care centers, rehabilitation centersand other institutional scenarios.

Lingdong Medical’s profound insights into the industry and its products are closely tied to its core leadership team.

Company Founder and CEO, Xu Zhenda

Xu Zhenda, Founder and CEO, holds a Ph.D. in Computing from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University and received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China. His primary research interests include 2D/3D image processing and edge computing. He has published numerous papers in top-tier international journals and holds multiple invention patents. With over seven years of experience in translating research into practical applications for scoliosis assessment systems and rehabilitation, he possesses extensive industry expertise.

Chief Scientist Professor Guo Song

Chief Scientist, Professor Guo SongMember of the U.S. National Academy of Engineering and Member of the Canadian Academy of Engineering; co-founded Liska Biometry during his doctoral studies, which was listed on NASDAQ. Currently Professor and Associate Head of the Department of Computing at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, IEEE Fellow, and Chang Jiang Chair Professor. His research interests include edge computing, cloud computing, and big data. Professor Guo provides technical support for the company’s pipeline iteration and new product development.

Professor Gao Qiang, Chief Medical Expert

Chief Medical Expert, Professor Gao Qiang,Ph.D. Supervisor; Ph.D. in Rehabilitation Engineering from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University; Ph.D. and Postdoctoral Fellow in Rehabilitation Medicine at the West China Clinical Medical College, Sichuan University West China Hospital; Pioneer of the Novel CPPC System for Rehabilitation Therapy; Visiting Scholar at SUNY Upstate Medical University. Currently serves as Chief Physical Therapist and Director of the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine at West China Hospital. Clinical and research interests include physical therapy for hemiplegia, Parkinson’s disease, movement disorders, pain, and scoliosis.

Co-founder and COO, Ma Junhong

Co-founder and COO, Ma Junhong, graduated from the Business School of The Chinese University of Hong Kong. A serial entrepreneur with years of entrepreneurial experience in the sports education industry, he previously represented and promoted top-tier international sports certification programs, possessing extensive experience in sports education, marketing, and project management.

To ensure technological advancement, the company has also assembled a professional advisory team. This team includes an expert who has fabricated over 9,000 scoliosis braces and formerly served as the head of the Orthotic Brace Center at the Department of Orthopedics, PLA No. 306 Hospital in Beijing; a chief physician specializing in spinal surgery from West China Hospital; a professor from Nanjing Sport Institute; and an academician who formerly served as the Chairman of the Hong Kong Association of Children's Orthotic Appliances and Rehabilitation Equipment.

The entire team has built a robust technical foundation over time, leveraging its internationally leading R&D capabilities to efficiently develop a series of hardware and software products, officially embarking on commercialization this year. Furthermore, the core team includes several serial entrepreneurs with proven track records of successful ventures. The team demonstrates strong execution capabilities and resilience in tackling challenging tasks, possessing unique insights and competitive advantages in corporate development, market expansion, and technological reserves.

To date, Lingdong Medical has screened over 140,000 adolescents. The company has validated its business model from screening to conversion and achieved preliminary profitability this year.

According to Xu Zhenda, the company will pursue a three-step strategy for its future development.

First, in terms of market expansion, the company will assist local hospitals and institutions in establishing adolescent spinal health centers, which are expected to cover 500 hospitals, clinics, and rehabilitation facilities. Second, regarding products, existing offerings such as digital intelligent orthotic braces and infrared screening systems are currently undergoing medical device registration and patent applications. Meanwhile, the company is developing an AI-driven CAD/CAM system for brace design to lower the modeling and design threshold for orthotists. Finally, leveraging the scalability of its existing products and technologies, Zero Motion Medical will focus on digital prescriptions for hemiplegia rehabilitation and digital intelligent braces for hemiplegia rehabilitation. Currently, this project has already beenWest China Hospital, Sichuan UniversityPartnership reached; clinical development is underway.

In terms of financing, Lingdong Medical secured in August 2021MiraclePlusAngel RoundInvestment. The company is currently seeking a new round of financing to support its existing products'Clinical Filing, Product Optimization, and R&D of 3D+AI Intelligent Spinal Orthosis System。