Positive

Can be worn by the pediatric and adult population
Convenient real time evaluation and treatment under the supervision of a doctor
Increase mobility, quality of life, and prevent progression of a disease
Prevent foot sores in people with diabetes
Reduce falls and decrease fall related hospital visits, which can costs around $80 million a year

Challenges

The Smart Sock has to be taken off to go through airport security until it is TSA approved
People who wear pacemakers or are going through radiation may be vulnerable to using the socks.
Could lead to the loss of sensitive data if the system is compromised
Only available in the black color
May run out of batteries
Not machine washable.