Wearable Technology
Future of apps for patient self-management uncertain, may rely on specialized functions
The longevity of apps and programs aimed at helping patients achieve self-management remains uncertain, according to speakers at a debate session during the EULAR 2023 Congress.
Novel stick-on thoracic fluid sensor may improve HF management, reduce readmissions
NEW ORLEANS — A wearable thoracic fluid monitor may be of utility in managing patients with HF and was associated with reduced risk for HF readmission and improved quality of life, a speaker reported.
Augmented reality surgical guidance aids total knee arthroplasty
Computer-assisted total joint arthroplasty has become more popular in the 2 decades since its introduction.
Wrist-worn sensor shows early promise for assessing likelihood of suspected heart attack
NEW ORLEANS — In a new study, use of a wrist-worn sensor was clinically feasible for rapid, bloodless prediction of elevated troponin I in patients with suspected MI, researchers reported at the American College of Cardiology Scientific Session.
Manual review necessary to rule out AF in one-fourth of smartwatch ECG tracings
An analysis of five ECG-capable smartwatches found comparable sensitivity and specificity for detection of atrial fibrillation between devices; however, tracings were labeled inconclusive in about one in four cases.
Smartwatches, wearable technology ‘may hold promise’ to identify, predict IBD flare
DENVER — Wearable technology, including wrist-worn smartwatches that monitor heart rate variability, may help identify and predict flares of inflammatory bowel disease, according to data presented at the Crohn’s and Colitis Congress.
Activity after TJA highly variable, depends on patient
KOLOA, Hawaii — Patient activity after total joint arthroplasty can be highly variable and depends more on the patient than the surgery, according to a presenter here.
Wearable digital technology measures atopic dermatitis itch while sleeping
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The use of wearable digital health monitors that measure itch and scratch during sleep appeared useful for patients with atopic dermatitis, according to study results.
Q&A: Smart mask designed to uncover respiratory diseases
A newly created smart mask can detect and decipher the difference between breathing, coughing and speaking, which researchers say can help in identifying several respiratory diseases.
Wearable technology shows promise in assessing physical activity, cough in cystic fibrosis
Patients receiving treatment for cystic fibrosis wore actigraphy sensors and cough monitoring systems for the majority of a 12-week period, according to a poster presented at the North American Cystic Fibrosis Conference.