Essential tremor & parkinsonian tremor

Gyenno Bravo Twist Tremor-Stabilizing Spoon

An active tremor-stabilizing utensil that electronically counteracts hand tremors in real time so food stays on the utensil and mealtimes stay independent.

  • Reduces tremor at the spoon by up to 85%
  • FDA-approved motion assistance device
  • Portable and lightweight
$329.00
Smart stabilizing utensil that detects and offsets hand tremors so food stays on utensil.
Product #: 2GBTGYO

Using advanced technology to detect and offset hand tremors for easy, spill-free eating, the Bravo Twist helps return independence to veterans with Parkinson's Disease.

decline

Up to 85% reduction

Tremor at the spoon, in real time

FDA approved

FDA approved

Motion assistance device

30-Day Returns

30-day returns

Unused, in original packaging

Free App test

Portable and light weight,

with spoon and fork utensils

FSAHSA Eligible

FSA / HSA Eligible

May apply with clinician recommendation

How It Works

The Mechanism

It detects the tremor, offsets it, and the utensil stays still.

Inside the Bravo Twist handle, an intelligence chip and precision digital motor monitor the movement of the hand continuously. The moment involuntary tremor is detected, the motor responds in real time, moving the utensil head in the opposite direction to cancel the tremor before it reaches the food.

The result is a utensil that remains effectively level over the course of the meal, even as the hand holding it shakes. 

Steadi-3 Plus Mechanism

Clinical Rationale

Active stabilization, where weighted utensils aren't enough.

For many people with tremor, weighted utensils and adapted cutlery only provide a partial solution. The Bravo Twist addresses a different level of presentation: tremor that is too frequent or too large in amplitude for passive damping alone to manage at the spoon. Active electronic counteraction takes over where passive weight can no longer keep up.

Essential tremor

The most common movement disorder in adults, essential tremor characteristically affects the hands during intentional movement making eating one of the most directly impacted daily activities. The Bravo Twist's real-time compensation works during the active movement arc from plate to mouth, which is precisely when essential tremor is most disruptive.

Parkinson's disease

Resting tremor in Parkinson's typically reduces during intentional movement, but action tremor and postural tremor can persist during eating. The Bravo Twist addresses both, with the intelligence chip adapting to the tremor pattern specific to the individual rather than applying a fixed compensation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Gyenno Bravo Twist is a self-stabilizing spoon and fork system designed to help people with hand tremors eat more independently. It uses sensors and motors to detect tremor movements and stabilize the utensil during meals. It is commonly used by people with Parkinson's disease, Essential Tremor, and other neurological conditions.

The device continuously detects hand tremors and automatically compensates for them by moving the utensil in the opposite direction. Gyenno states that the technology can reduce the effects of tremor by up to 85%, helping users keep food on the utensil more easily.

The Bravo Twist is intended for people who experience hand tremors due to:

  • Parkinson's disease
  • Parkinsonism
  • Essential Tremor
  • Multiple sclerosis
  • Other neurological or movement disorders affecting hand stability It may also be useful for older adults with reduced hand control.

Most Bravo Twist kits include:

  • Stabilizing handle
  • Spoon attachment
  • Fork attachment
  • Charging cable
  • Wrist strap
  • Carrying/storage case

The Twist function is a special rotating feature used with the fork attachment. It helps users twirl foods such as noodles, spaghetti, and similar items more easily. To activate it, the user presses and holds the device button while using the fork attachment.

The rechargeable battery is designed to last through multiple meals on a single charge. Actual battery life depends on tremor severity and frequency of use. The device charges using the included USB charging cable.

Yes. The GYENNO SPOON app connects with the device and can:

    • Record tremor data
    • Track tremor frequency and amplitude
    • Upload data through Wi-Fi
    • Allow users and clinicians to review tremor trends over time

The app is available through major mobile app stores.

Yes. The Bravo Twist can collect hand tremor information that may help physicians better understand a user's tremor patterns and monitor changes over time. The data can be reviewed through the companion app.

 

Yes. The spoon and fork attachments can be detached for cleaning. Users should follow the manufacturer's instructions and avoid immersing the electronic handle in water. The food-contact components are made from FDA-approved food-safe materials.

 

Yes. Because the Bravo Twist contains magnetic and electronic components, users with pacemakers or other implanted electrical stimulation devices should avoid placing the device near the chest or implanted equipment. Users should also follow charging and maintenance instructions provided in the user manual.