Epoch Medical Innovations focuses on adaptive compression technology, which could allow amputees to detect and adjust the pressure exerted by their prosthetics in order to reduce skin injury and increase well-being and mobility. Founded in 2009, the Kirkland-based company is prototype-ready and working to further develop its control and body-adapted actuation systems. The CSNE and Epochare exploring new methods for detecting stress on artificial limbs to enhance bidirectional feedback between prosthetics and the brain.