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Concussion-Detecting Mouthguards

The FITGuard Raises Awareness About Head Related Sports Injuries

— June 17, 2014 — Lifestyle
Sports injuries like concussions aren't always easy to detect, especially in children. The FITGuard from Force Impact Technologies is a smart mouthguard that alerts wearers to potentially dangerous head injuries through a brightly colored strip.

Made in the United States, the FITGuard uses instantaneous visual indication to show if a hit was hard enough to be concussion-causing. Intended to raise awareness about head-specific sports injuries, the mouthguard could prove extremely helpful among active children who play rougher sports including football, lacrosse or hockey. Early detection of brain injuries is of the utmost importance, which is why the flowing strip is so innovative. The smart mouth piece is also synced to an app downloadable to your smartphone, so you can track the severity of the impact.
Trend Themes
1. Smart Sports Gear - The development of smart mouthguards like the FITGuard opens up opportunities for the integration of technology into various sports equipment, allowing for a more proactive approach to injury prevention.
2. Head Injury Awareness - The FITGuard's focus on raising awareness about head-related sports injuries presents potential opportunities for education campaigns, medical advancements, and policy changes aimed at reducing the prevalence and severity of such injuries.
3. Connected Health Monitoring - The integration of the FITGuard with a smartphone app demonstrates the potential for connected health monitoring devices that provide real-time data and insights, revolutionizing the way we manage and prevent injuries.
Industry Implications
1. Sports Equipment Manufacturing - The development of concussion-detecting mouthguards like the FITGuard indicates an opportunity for the sports equipment manufacturing industry to incorporate smart technology into their products, enhancing safety features and appealing to health-conscious consumers.
2. Healthcare and Medical Technology - The introduction of smart mouthguards with concussion-detecting capabilities highlights the potential for advancements in healthcare and medical technology, including the development of wearable devices that aid in early detection and diagnosis of head injuries.
3. Digital Health and Wellness - The integration of the FITGuard with a smartphone app illustrates the need for innovative solutions in the digital health and wellness industry, creating opportunities for app developers, data analytics companies, and telemedicine providers to offer personalized injury monitoring and management services.
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