The Evidence
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+66.4 m
mean gain on the 6-Minute Walk Test in a published clinical trial
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13 of 14
participants improved their walking distance (vs 0 of 7 controls)
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8
peer-reviewed publications in leading rehabilitation and sensor-technology journals
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McGill & Exeter
developed by university physiotherapy researchers
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Source: pilot randomized trial, Pilot and Feasibility Studies (2024), ClinicalTrials.gov NCT04300348.
Why a strong step matters as we age
For many seniors, steps naturally shorten with the years and the heel strike softens — the walk becomes a shuffle, and shuffling is less steady. A confident, heel-first step is one of the best foundations for walking safely and staying on your feet.
Walk with confidenceA steadier, heel-first stride helps you move with assurance — on the sidewalk, on stairs, and around the house. |
Stay independentGood walking is what keeps you doing the things you love — the shopping, the garden, the visits — on your own terms. |
Just a few minutes a dayNo gym, no app to wrestle with. Put on the sensor, take your usual walk, and let the beep do the coaching. |
How it works
Clip the small sensor to your shoe. Each time you take a good, heel-first step, you hear a gentle beep — an instant reward that reinforces a stronger walking pattern. Over days and weeks, that steady practice helps the good pattern become your natural stride.
Peace of mind for families
A thoughtful gift for a parent
Many people buy Heel2Toe for a parent, or a senior in their life, who wants to keep walking safely. It is simple to set up together and easy to use every day.
Made by researchers, trusted by clinicians
Heel2Toe was developed by physiotherapy researchers at McGill and Exeter and is used in clinics internationally to help seniors stay active and independent. Your physiotherapist can help it fit your goals — see our clinicians page.
We are here to help
Have a question before you begin? Reach out any time — we are glad to walk you through it.
Take the next good step
Order Heel2Toe, read the research, or ask us a question — we would love to help you keep walking strong.
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