About Us
PRO2J, the non-electronic product forerunner of the electronic ProPatch (in development) is an expressly constructed fibrous band for beginner, experienced, and elite golfers. Three versions are available. It is secured to the wrist using an innovative hypoallergenic, water resistant hydrogel adhesive. It is conveniently "peeled and placed" like a band-aid bandage.
These devices emphasize Bobby Jones' instructional method to "keep the wrist flat when you hit the ball." In short, this family of innovative devices emphasizes, with biofeedback cues, the importance of striking the ball crisply with a forward shaft lean, and hands in front of the ball, at impact.
PRO2J will be introduced this spring by the Duran Group, La Mirada, CA, a world leader in golf product marketing.
The recently patented ProPatch from Epi-Patch, Inc. visual/proof-of-principle prototype was previously introduced at the Inventor's Spotlight, PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando, Florida, January 24 - 26, 2018. Booth 3592. The now patented device is the invention of Russell Copelan, MD, former medical consultant to the U.S. Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, CO.
PRO2J evaluates the dynamic position of the leading wrist during the golf swing. Ideally evaluated on the half-swing golf arc, or putting stroke, the device microstructure will break, kink, or buckle alerting the player accordingly by immediately "feeling the swing" biofeedback break-point in real-time.
- Cost effective & convenient
- Multiple use cycles with humidity resistant adhesive
- Fits like 2nd skin; imperceptible
- Applies real-time position updates through swing or putting stroke cycle
- Pro instruction or self-coaching
- One size fits all; glove compatible
- Quick and reinforced results
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Product Use
The following information applies to the disposable electronic unit. A rechargeable device, with data storage and tethering capabilities, is currently under development by South Bay Circuits, Chandler, AZ.
FAQs
1. "What does ProPatch look like?" The pre-production ProPatch prototype can be viewed on the product image page. Soon, there will be a pallet of available colors.
2. "How big is the ProPatch?" The device measures approximately one inch wide, three inches long, and 1/8 inch thick (about the size of a 'band-aid.' In contrast, PRO2J measures 1/2" wide, one and one-half inches long, and available in 1/32 and 1/64 inches thick.
3. "How is ProPatch attached?" A novel stacking of disposable adhesive layers, like a 6 layer cake, provide a secure attachment to the skin. This 'peel and place', 'band-aid'-like adhesive is humidity resistant and hypoallergenic. A single adhesive layer can be used for a couple of cycles before a new layer exposed for use.
4. "How do I use ProPatch?" Apply the device to the leading or forward wrist before swing or putting practice. Align the ProPatch across the back of the wrist joint at a 90 degree angle to the crease, its length in line with the forearm. Approximately half of the device should be below the wrist crease (on the back of the hand), and half above the crease (on the back of the lower arm).
5. "How do I turn ProPatch on?" Simply depress the power push button. A pre-programmed 5 minute cycle is turned on. The cycle cannot be stopped. At the end of this time period, the device will automatically turn off. To start a new training cycle, press the on button.
6. "How do I know that the device is working?" Once powered up by pressing the button, the LED light will show a slow light pulse. When the wrist is moved beyond the pre-programmed angle for correct wrist positions at takeaway, backswing, or impact, the LED pulse light will rapidly blink with a vibration sensation (like a cell phone message alert). When the wrist positions return to proper angles, the LED light and vibration tickle will power down, once again showing a slow LED light pulse.