Several studies show that 1 in 3 individuals suffer from musculoskeletal injury. The surprising fact is that the injuries are not limited to the Earth. Astronauts sustain minor trauma and musculoskeletal injuries during their space exploration. The US space program expects its astronauts to remain optimally fit, complete their tasks in space, and function effectively during contingency operations. Unfortunately, self-directed exercise sessions, conditioning running, dependency on competitive sports, and restricted training and rehabilitation result in a surprising number of musculoskeletal injuries. The lack of timely medical intervention and diagnosis of musculoskeletal injuries and disorders leads to life-long disability and loss of long-term mobility. Human In Space Inc./MobilityZ Health is revolutionizing the treatment method for musculoskeletal injuries and disorders.

How does Space Exploration Impact Musculoskeletal Health?

Optimal musculoskeletal health is pivotal for sustaining energy metabolism and physical function. The maintenance of musculoskeletal health during space exploration is essential for successful missions. It is related to the potential to perform efficient physical movements involving all body parts. The decreasing impact of gravitational forces and mechanical loads on the muscles and bones results in loss of mass in tissues. It changes endocrine and biomechanical functions, thereby deteriorating bone strength and integrity. Several studies claim that about 80% of all astronauts suffer from conditions like back pain, motion sickness, respiratory illness, minor trauma, and musculoskeletal injuries. Due to the absence of gravity in space, astronauts suffer a decreased bone and mass density. With the lack of support from the gravitational force, bones and muscles weaken and deteriorate. Ignoring or delaying to address the musculoskeletal disorders and injuries in space is detrimental and leads to potential disability.

Establishing Human In Space Inc./MobilityZ Health

When the founder, Sucheshna Patil, realized she had developed musculoskeletal injuries on her left wrist and hand, she wanted to consult an orthopaedic surgeon/specialist. She was surprised to find that she could schedule her first appointment after five months. Sucheshna undertook multiple virtual and telepath consultations, but every physician/specialist was advised with an in-person diagnosis. By the time she physically visited a physician, the damage was done, and she lost almost 25% of the functioning and mobility of her left hand and wrist. It was when the seeds for innovation began to sprout in her entrepreneurial mind. Forced to quit as a Biotech researcher and play Basketball, she

wondered how millions of other people have to encounter the same ordeal with the wait time for musculoskeletal injury treatment. As an IIAS Citizen Scientist Astronaut Candidate, she underwent aeronautical training and studied space health. During her simulation training, she realized that her musculoskeletal injuries limited her to move the spacesuit gloves. Soon, she wondered how astronauts with similar injuries in space stations face difficulties and have potential for life-long disability due to the lack/absence of orthopaedic physicians in space. Her innovative mind and entrepreneurial skills led to the emergence of next-generation disruptive technology that helps diagnose and screen musculoskeletal injuries and disorders in space.

Acclamation and Awards

Human In Space Inc./MobilityZ Health is an AI-backed software/technology that helps patients with musculoskeletal disorders and injuries to screen virtually and diagnose the issues by an orthopedic physician/surgeon. Presently, no software in the market can accurately screen and diagnose musculoskeletal injuries. As an accomplished Product Innovator/Biotech Researcher-Engineer/IIAS Citizen Scientist and Astronaut Candidate trained professional, she focuses on creating revolutionary health technology products and improving the access and quality of screening musculoskeletal injuries and disorders on Earth and In Space[under microgravity]. Her dedication to establishing cutting-edge digital health solutions won her several awards, like the Texas Tech University Prototype Fund Awardee 2023, and she graduated as founder at Techstars and Nucleate Accelerator 2023. Her impressive experience in human health physiology and providing access to care for remote environment settings as rural and space are not much different. Her work includes publishing research papers and work in academia and industry. Research publication to International Astronautical Congress in Paris, Founder’s Institute Accelerator & National Science Foundation ICORPS Program, and NASA Human Research Program Conference 2023.

How is Human In Space Inc./MobilityZ Health Facilitating Timely Access and Early Medical Intervention for Musculoskeletal Injuries?

The founder is passionate about positively impacting the lives of millions of people in the US and around the world. Her debilitating journey with musculoskeletal injuries and 25% loss of mobility in her left hand and wrist encouraged her to dedicate her life to exploring healthcare and wellness for people with similar disorders and injuries. Her innovative mind and the urge for affordable and timely access to health solutions led her to explore ways to support musculoskeletal injuries for individuals

even traveling beyond the Earth’s orbit. The company functions by using AI-driven software or technology that diagnoses patients remotely. The software connects patients with relevant orthopedic physicians and specialists within the company’s network of doctors. The motive of Human In Space Inc./MobilityZ Health is to decrease the wait time and prevent the condition from worsening and causing long-term disability.

Conclusion

The founder believes that her disruptive technology can solve the problems of employers, employees, and astronauts from delayed treatment of musculoskeletal injuries and revolutionize the healthcare industry. The advanced technological solution creates an ecosystem connecting patients and relevant orthopedic physicians and curtailing the waiting time. Although musculoskeletal injuries and disorders represent a significant portion of the US healthcare problem, the revolutionary digital solutions by Human In Space Inc./ MobilityZ Health are changing the medical industry.