# Naboso Technology, Inc.

> Naboso Technology makes textured insoles, mats, socks and recovery tools engineered to wake up the thousands of small nerve receptors in the bottom of your feet. Founded in 2017 by functional podiatrist Dr. Emily Splichal and her husband Michael Imperatore, the company reframes the foot as the body's sensory foundation - and sells the surfaces that stimulate it to athletes, people managing neurological conditions, and anyone who wants better balance.

- **Founded:** 2017
- **Headquarters:** Chandler, Arizona, United States
- **Founders:** Dr. Emily Splichal (Co-Founder & CEO (Functional Podiatrist, Human Movement Specialist)), Michael Imperatore (Co-Founder & Director of Sales)
- **Team size:** ~11 employees
- **Products:** Neuro Sensory Insoles, Activation Insoles, Proprioceptive Mats (Mind Body / Standing / Neuro Mats), Recovery Socks, Neuro Ball & Sensory Sticks
- **Notable:** Described as the first-ever small nerve proprioceptive material commercially available., Positioned as the #1 textured neurosensory insole brand in the U.S., Granted a second utility patent in August 2024 for sock manufacturing methods, plus multiple design patents.

## Products & services

- **Neuro Sensory Insoles** — Firm, thin textured insoles designed to stimulate the small nerve proprioceptors on the bottom of the foot to improve foot awareness and strength.
- **Activation Insoles** — Higher-stimulation textured insoles aimed at athletes and performance training.
- **Proprioceptive Mats (Mind Body / Standing / Neuro Mats)** — Textured mats for standing, mobility, stretching and Pilates that deliver foot and full-body sensory activation.
- **Recovery Socks** — Compression socks with a patented pyramidal texture for circulation and sensory input.
- **Neuro Ball & Sensory Sticks** — Handheld release and massage tools for foot and hand tissue mobilization.
- **Splay Toe Spacer** — Toe-splay device to restore natural toe alignment; later featured in the Wall Street Journal.
- **Hand Activation Kit** — The company's second hand-specific product, extending sensory stimulation to the palms.
- **Naboso Education / Barefoot Strong** — Educational content, certifications and Dr. Splichal's book 'Barefoot Strong' translating barefoot science for professionals and consumers.

## Achievements

- Described as the first-ever small nerve proprioceptive material commercially available.
- Positioned as the #1 textured neurosensory insole brand in the U.S.
- Granted a second utility patent in August 2024 for sock manufacturing methods, plus multiple design patents.
- Products used by NBA star Jimmy Butler in Netflix's 'Starting 5' documentary.
- Splay toe spacer featured in the Wall Street Journal; Dr. Splichal appeared on HSN.
- Closed a $3 million round and strategic partnership with Protea Japan (2024).
- Distribution across 9+ countries; founder has taught barefoot science in 35+ countries to 25,000+ professionals.

## Latest updates

- **2025-01** — Announced the close of a $3M investment round and strategic partnership with Protea Japan to scale the team and product roadmap.
- **2024-12** — Closed the $3M round; capped a year that included a Vivobarefoot partnership and StretchLab placement in 75+ locations.
- **2024-08** — Granted a second utility patent covering sock manufacturing methods.

## Links

- Website: https://naboso.com
- LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/naboso-technology
- Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/nabosocz
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/naboso_technology/
- Facebook: https://facebook.com/nabosotechnology

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Last updated: 2026-08-19