WHAT
A wristband capable of detecting and predicting seizures using electro-dermal activity, data logs, and AI algorithms. Designed mainly for consumer use for tonic clonic seizure detection notification. It can also measure rest, sleep and physical activity.
WHY
- alerts wearer to rising stress levels and imminent seizures
- restores patient’s sense of self-control and independence and peace of mind
- makes the unpredictable predictable
- prevents SUDEP (Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy)
- Non-invasive, unobtrusive and sleek design
- suitable for children and adults
HOW
Measures trans-dermal electro signals. Pairs with a mobile app that sends alerts to caregivers. Includes: EDA sensor, Accelerometers, Gyroscope and a Peripheral Temperature Sensor
WHO
Inventor: Rosalind Picard, Director of Affective Computing Research, MIT. Boston, MA USA.
WHERE
Empatica https://www.empatica.com/
WHEN
Available now. $249.00 plus monthly service plans.
Research tools and API access are scheduled to be introduced later in 2017
Clinical Trial underway in the US (and possibly other countries) for FDA approval: https://blog.empatica.com/introducing-the-embrace-clinical-trial-5ca77179f313
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