Grapplear: A Novel Medical Device to Treat Cauliflower Ear

Ingenious+Entrepreneurship and Technology2025ONRegional Winner

Submitted by: Vaughn Michelutti

Region: Ontario

Project description

The “grapplear” is an innovative cauliflower ear treatment device, using specialized silicone-compression to disperse even pressure on the auricular cartilage. It maintains optimal blood flow while preventing hematoma formation, the primary cause of ear deformity.

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