With the wide variety of factors involved in maintaining healthy choices and habits, sometimes it can be hard to identity whether or not you're on the right track, but these handy health-monitoring devices are here to help users maintain lifestyles focused on wellness.
With people's busy work and home schedules, finding the time to go to the doctor or a nutritionist to get an update on your health is definitely not something most people can do on a regular basis. That's why these health-monitoring devices are providing a much more practical and convenient way to personally observe how well one's health is doing.
From nifty nutrition scanners to discrete clinical devices, these health-monitoring gadgets will ensure that your well-being is up to par.
34 Health-Monitoring Devices
From Health-Monitoring Patches to Portable Pocket Diabetic Kits:
Tana Makmanee — Jun 27, 2013 — Lifestyle
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Hi-Tech Tangible Accessories
iWatch by Tomas Moyano Interacts Autonomously in Sync with Your Body
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Clinical Smartphone Accessories
The Scanycase is a Portable, Cellphone-Compatible Health Monitor
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Health-Conscious Bracelets (UPDATE)
Up by Jawbone Has Been Modified to Better Monitor Daily Life
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Air-Purifying Bracelets
The Hand Tree Creates a Bubble of Clean Air Around You
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Mobile Heath Monitor Add-Ons
The Tinke by Zensorium Tracks and Records Your Vital Signs
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Stress-Monitoring Smartwatches
The 'Embrace' Watch Helps People with Epilepsy Track Their Seizures
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Wearable Wellness Monitors
The Basis Watch Tracks Your Heartbeat & Provides Info On Your Health
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Discrete Clinical Devices
This Blood Pressure Gauge Lets Your Medical Monitoring Go Undetected
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Discreet Undercover Vaporizers
The Stealthvape Effectively Conceals 420 Festivities
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Holistic Health Trackers
This Smartband is Designed to Measure Wearers' Well-Being at All Times
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Soothing Song Stones
This Stress Relief Device Monitors Your Heartbeat and Plays Relaxing Music
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Health-Monitoring Maternity Bands
The Pregnancy Pulse Lets You Track Your Baby's Well-Being
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Multifunctional Relief Radiators
Stove by Kazuaki Hibino Improves Survivors' Health and Happiness
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Blood-Monitoring Bluetooth Devices
The Fitbit Chip Goes Under the Skin to Track Health Records
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Sleek Circulatory Gauges
The Hi.lo Blood Pressure Band Expands From a Commonly Uncomfy Device
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Emotion-Monitoring Accessories
The W/ME Wristband Aims to Keep You Balanced
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Health-Monitoring Garden Gadgets
The Monologue Plant Monitor Lets You Know What Your Plant Needs
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Health-Conscious Smartphone Add-Ons
The Zensorium Tinke Tracks Your Body’s Metabolic Levels
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Oxygen-Training Devices
Bas Rutten Has Developed a Device That Trains and Strengthens Your Lungs
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Lifestyle-Motivating Wristbands
This Health-Monitoring Wristband Helps You Meet Your Goals
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Wearable Watch Phones
Birgitta Salim Designs a Two-in-One Cuff
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Real-Time Health Monitors
The BodyGuardian RMS Continuously Sends Your Doctor Health Stats
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Fitness Cardio Wristbands
B1 Basis Band Keeps Track of Your Health at an Affordable Price
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Health-Monitoring Apps
What's My Heart Rate? Measures Simply by Looking at Your Phone
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Wireless Pulse Monitors
Scosche myTREK Keeps Track of your Health without Tangled Wires
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Nifty Nutrition Scanners
The Kim Junhyun 'ElephantNose' Shows Health Info for Food On Your Plate
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Wireless Cardio Trackers
The Dayton Industrial Bluetooth 4.0 Heart Monitor Reinvents Fitness Tech
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Medication-Minding Devices
The Philips Medication Dispenser System Monitors Pill Consumption
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Health-Monitoring Chips
Researchers Have Developed a Biosensor Chip for Collecting Precise Data
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Wearable Health Trackers
The Jawbone UP Wristband Will Help You Lead a Healthier Lifestyle
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Subtle Concussion Trackers
The Shockbox Helmet Sensor is Designed to Reduce Athlete Brain Injuries
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Smartphone Blood Cell Tests
The Hemoglobe Tests for Anemia Using Wavelengths of Light
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Therapeutic Infrared Blankets
Cozy Up to an Infrared Heating Blanket to Ease Pain or Warm Up
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Health-Monitoring Insoles
The ‘Biometric Shoe Sole’ Maps Your Unique Footprint
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Prenatal Cardio Detectors
BabySound Fetal Heart Rate Monitor Keeps Track of Unborn Hearbeats
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Health-Monitoring Smartphone Cases
The Wello Smartphone Case Keeps You and Your Smartphone Healthy
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Calorie-Counting Gadgets
The Calorism Smart is a Super Pedometer to Help Monitor Your Exercise
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Inflated Air Quality Monitors
Scout by Gregory Hayter Searches for Mold Inside Buildings
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Holistic Health Scales
The FitBit Aria Scale is Debuted at CES 2012
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Health-Monitoring Patches
The Stretchable Electronic Skin by MC10 Provides More Real-Time Info
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Heroic HIV-Detecting Chips
The mChip Provides Healthcare Results in Minutes
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Touch-Connecting Bracelets
The Tactilu Helps Long Distance Couples Touch Each Other
Stimulating Smart Watches
The Hi-Tech Nokia Lumia Watch is Even Handier Than Your Handset
Wrist-Wrapped Smartphones
The Samsung YOUM Smartwatch Has an Expansive 180-Degree Screen
Compact Computing Timepieces
NEXD Android Watches are Multifunctional and Sleek
Affordable Couture Sneakers
Guylook's Jewelry Spikes High Shoes Offer Elite Style at a Low Price
Anticipated Phone Graphics
The 'New iPhone 5 Final Rumours Roundup' Infographic is Discerning
Cuff-Style Smart Watches
Esben Oxholm's iWatch Concept Anticipates an Inevitably Streamlined Look
7-in-1 Wrist-Worn Gadgets
The LifeHub is a Smartphone, a Projector, a Watch, a Speaker and More
Jumping Sportswear Lookbooks
The Nike Women's FW13 Catalog Stars a Slew of Female Athletes
Comprehensive Fitness Accessories
Movea G-Series Tracked Activity and Examined Posture at CES 2014
Health-Conscious Bracelets (UPDATE)
Up by Jawbone Has Been Modified to Better Monitor Daily Life
iPod-Converting Applicators
The Freedom Pop Sleeve Turns Your iPod into an iPhone
Outdoors-Simulating Treadmills
Voyager by Il-Seop Yoon Makes Running More Engaging
Employment-Providing Shoes
The Nisolo Footwear Line Creates Sustainable Jobs
Air-Purifying Bracelets
The Hand Tree Creates a Bubble of Clean Air Around You
Interactive Mobile Timepieces
The Neptune Pine Smartwatch Was Showcased at 2014 CES
Wearable Memory Sticks
The USB Leather Braided Bracelet Will Keep Info Stylishly Safe
Wireless Pain-Alleviating Devices
These Drug-Free Pain Relief Products Connect to Your iPhone
Progressive Smartphone Infographics
The ‘iOS 7 New Features’ Infographic Examines the
Wearable Fingertip Vibrators
The Hello Touch Provides More Intimate Pleasure
Headache-Curbing Massagers
The USB Head Brain Massager Hypes Up the Pressure at CES 2014
Specific Sport Trackers
The Amiigo Fitness Bracelet Recognizes Different Exercises and Activities
Stuffed Toy Smartphone Cases
The HappiTaps Beary Happi Keeps Devices Protected from Toddlers
Smartphone GPS Bike Mounts
Equip Your Bicycle with This iPhone Bike Mount
Holistic Lifestyle Graphics
The Optimize Your Health Infographic Promotes Wellness
Computer-Packed Wristbands
The StormFly Lets You Carry a PC Amount of Data on Your Arm
Concrete Smartphone Cradles
The Concrete Docking Station by Zeitgeist Factory is Made by Hand
Safe Cycling Cams
The Spectacam Helmet Camera Records Action in Front and Behind the Cyclist
Malleable Sensory Mobiles
Morph by Jarkko Saunamaki is a Fluid Device with Cutting-Edge Functions
Hi-Tech Exercise Bikes
The U'Bike Integrates a Panel Display with Interactive Software
Magic Text-Predicting Apps
The Fleksy Touchscreen Keyboard can Even be Used by the Blind
Task-Tracking Fitness Accessories
The Huawei TalkBand is a Handy Headset and Fitness Tracker
Ingenious Glucose Monitors
Cactus Insulin Management Makes Correcting Blood Sugar a Cinch
Artistically Hooded Phone Booths
The Call Parade in Sao Paulo Features Designs by 100 Artists
Upcycled Denim Blankets
The Levi's 'Made Here' Quilts Are Made From Recycled Levi's and Dockers
Footwear-Inspired Phone Protectors
The MSTRPLN Minimal Sneaker iPhone Cases are Iconic
Sophisticatedly Spherical Smart Watches
This iWatch Concept by Nikolai Lamm Takes a Basic Approach
Workout-Savvy Watches
The Pebble Workapp Puts a Gym Personal Trainer Onto Your Wrist
Holistic Health Scheduling Apps
The Owaves Wellness Calendar Helps You Plan a Balanced Day
Compact Life-Saving Wristbands
The Survival Band Compresses Necessary Items into a Bracelet
Slow-Motion Headgear
The Decelerator Helmet Allows Wearers to Become Aware of Their Time
Oxygen-Monitoring Fitness Trackers
The Withings Pulse O2 Fitness Tracker Tracks Your Health Level
Floating Orb Air Filters
The Electrolux Aeroball Hovers Around Rooms Improving Interior Conditions
Pain-Inflicting Fitness Trackers
The Pavlok Habit Forming Device Delivers a Shock of Electricity
Stress-Reducing Devices
Greater Than by Code and Theory Tunes Out Annoying Bosses
Puffy Patched Winter Gear
The Junya Watanabe MAN x Duvetica Collaboration Has Men Winter Ready
Fitness Tracking Bracelets
The Fitbit Flex is a Wearable Device Monitoring Daily Activities
Peer Abuse Infographics
This 'Truth About Bullying' Chart Details a Sad Phenomenon
Magnifying Smartphone Add-Ons
The iPhone Microscope Can Zoom 60 Times a Regular Phone
Six Pack-Inducing Websites
The Powerful Yogurt Scroll with Abs Page Makes You Do Crunches to Visit
NASA-Approved Air Purifiers
The Airocide Eliminates All Harmful Airborne Pathogens for Clean Air
Heart-Monitoring Jewelry
Pulse by Electricfoxy Ensures People Don't Overdo Their Workouts
Harmful Seating Graphics
The Sitting Is Killing You Infographic Avoids the Chair
Microchip-Activated Pet Feeders
The Wonderbowl Pet Feeder Stops Greedy Pets from Stealing Food
Bluetooth Activity Trackers
The Fitbit One and Fitbit Zip Motivates People to Lead Healthier Lives
Dog-Quantifying Monitors
The 'Whistle' Activity Monitor Constantly Tracks Your Dog's Health
Sleek Circulatory Gauges
The Hi.lo Blood Pressure Band Expands From a Commonly Uncomfy Device
Electrically Insulated Outerwear
Stay Outdoors Longer with the Omni-Heat Electric Squall Jacket
Personal Trainer Fitness Trackers
The Moov Fitness Tracker is an All-in-One Personal Trainer
Microchip Bicycle Locks
The PubLock Public Bike Lock System Uses RFID Chips to Secure Bicycles
Stress Solution Stats
The Effects of Stress Infographic Describes the Problem and Tips to Deal
Child Photographer Phones
BlackBerry Peer Provides Kids with the Most Fun Features of Smartphones
Biometric Health Monitors
The SensoTRACK Keeps Track of Your Vitals Like No Other Device
Weather Station Smartphone Apps
Netatmo Will Forecast the Climate in Real-Time
Emotion-Monitoring Accessories
The W/ME Wristband Aims to Keep You Balanced
Miniature Air Purifiers
The USB Doughnut Humidifier Moisturizes Air in Confined Spaces
Retro Arcade Tablet Add-Ons
The Foosball iPad Table Recreates the Classic Game Perfectly
Hybrid Headphone Helmets
POC's New Receptor Bug Taps Beats by Dre for In-Helmet Audio
Heat-Regulating Gauntlets
The Chaval Response XRT Gloves Responds to the Temperature of the Hands
Lifestyle-Motivating Wristbands
This Health-Monitoring Wristband Helps You Meet Your Goals
Beat-Blasting Light Bulbs
The AwoX StriimLIGHT Illuminates and Plays Tunes at the Same Time
Child-Benefit Energy Bands
Charitable Nike+ FuelBand Gives to Children's Hospital in Portland
Holographic Avatar Immortality
People May Be Able to Live Forever Thanks to the 2045 Initiative
Therapeutic Light Devices
The Philips goLITE BLU Helps You Kick Winter Blues
Peaked Natural Air Purifiers
The Dehumidifier Planter Pyramid by Adam Malone is Eco-Friendly
Breath-Monitoring Wearables
This Activity Tracker App and Stone is Designated for State of Mind
Shoe Fitness Trackers
SmartMove is a Fitness Tracker Embedded in a Shoe Insole
Health Monitoring Shirts
This Health App Can Monitor Your Health
Urine Analysis Apps
The uChek App Lets Users Analyse Their Urine Using Strips and a Smartphone
Hi-Tech Skipping Ropes
The Revolve Jumprope Gives You the Workout Statistics of a Spinning Machine
Medical Microchip Beauty Regimes
Geneu's U+ System Analyzes DNA to Offer Personalized Skin Care
Workout-Enhancing Heart Monitors
The TICKR Heart Rate Monitor was Revealed at CES 2014
Easy-On LED Timepieces
The Ritmo Mundo Reflex is Slap Band-Inspired
Smartphone Lung Monitors
The SandPiper Lets People with Respiratory Problems Monitor Their Lungs
Hyper-Hygenic Touchless Faucets
The 'AQUAMIX' Faucet Works to Keep Bacteria Away
Musical Pregnancy Attire
The Pregnancy Music Belly Band Brings Beats to Your Baby
Emergency-Detecting Stickers
The ICEdot Sensor Alerts Emergency Contact When a Person Has Fallen
Medical Care Timelines
The Evolution of Patient Safety Infographic Examines Doctor Procedures
Smart Sleep Systems
The Withings Aura Sleep Tracking System Helps You Sleep and Wake Up Better
Portable Scanner Phone Apps
The CamScanner App is an On-the-Go Scanner for Phones
Child-Friendly Fitness Trackers
The Leapband by Leapfrog Aims To Fight Childhood Obesity
Fiber Optic Sportswear
These Neon Sports Safety Vests Make Night Sports Doable
Injury Healing Apps
The 'SuperBetter' Game Strengthens Mind, Spirit and Social Skills
Arboreal Air Purifiers
Air Drop Combines Self-Sustaining Plants and Tech to Clean
Touchscreen Blood Sugar Testing
The Gluco Diabetes Management Features a Faux Smartphone Design
Surgery Sponsoring Web Donations
Watsi is Making Medical Care Affordable for the Developing World
Visored Bike Gear
The Dux Helm Helmet Comes Equipped with Sunglasses
Stressful Health Charts
This Stress Infographic Explains the Effects Stress Can Have on the Body
Healthy High School Campaigns
The 'My Food My Way' Initiative Aims to Instill Healthy Eating
Voice-Based Health Apps
This Health Assessment App Determines a Body's Needs Based on Your Voice
Ankle Sock Sport Sensors
The Sensoria Fitness Tracker is a Health Gadget Worn on the Foot
Fitness Tracking Earbuds
The iriver ON by Valencell Monitors Physical Efforts and Plays Music
Vivid Virtual Chronographs
The Watch-Me Wearable Device Provides Your Must-Know Info at Hand
Advanced Electric Toothbrushes
Philips' DiamondClean Touts Five Different Cleaning Modes
Emotion-Displaying Helmets
The MindRider by Arlene Ducao Informs the Wearer's Stress Levels
Analytic Health Apps
Big Data App MediDash Wins the Philips' HealthSuite Digital Hackathon
Virtual Emergency Assistance Apps
The Emergency Response App Assists 911 Operators
Canine Obesity Monitors
Fujitsu Launches a Cloud-Enabled Dog Obesity Collar in Japan
Rapid Diagnostic Testing Devices
The Deki Reader Can Test For Ebola & Other Viruses On the Fly
Pragmatic Freelancer Apps
MyPrice Helps Professionals Find Clients, Set Prices and Track Expenses
Smartphone Blood Cell Tests
The Hemoglobe Tests for Anemia Using Wavelengths of Light
Emergency Activated Wristbands
The Natalia Project Helps the Constant Threat Around Aid Workers
Customized Microchip Libraries
The eGranary Pocket Library Provides Access to Information
Gamified Travel Workout Apps
The Burn The Miles App Combines Work Travelling and Exercise
Disease-Diagnosing Microchips
New Technology from Stanford Makes an Instant Diabetes Diagnosis
Health-Monitoring Smartphone Cases
The Wello Smartphone Case Keeps You and Your Smartphone Healthy
Bio-Powered Cell Phones
M13 is a Genetically Engineered Virus that Powers Your Mobile
Portable Air Purifiers
The AirTamer Protects You Against Airborne Pollutants
Health-Conscious Computer Chargers
The 'Personal Energy Orb' Aims to Increase Your Exercise
Crowdsourced Medical Photo Apps
'Figure 1' is an Instagram-Like Medical App for Doctors
Window-Attached Air Purifiers
The Original Breath by Yu-Cheng Wang Filters Out CO2 Through Plants
Feline-Integrated Exercises
This Cat Yoga Video is Sure to be a Hit With Cat Lovers
3D Smartphone Cameras
This Cellphone Camera by Pelican Imagining Turns Images into 3D Photos
Sun-Detecting Bracelets
The Strathclyde University Wristband Prevents Sunburns and Overexposure
Instant Pregnancy-Detecting Services
The Pregnancy Test Vending Machine Offers Immediate Results
Shower-Proof Smartphone Gear
Use Your Phone in the Shower with the Bullseye Bag and Smart Hook
Crowdsourced Health Sites
Crowdmed Diagnoses Medical Mysteries Using Professionals and the Public
Shoe-Specific Blow-Dryers
The Boot and Glove Dryer Helps Avoid Stepping into Soggy Shoes
Earbud Heart Monitors
A New Device Turns Listening Tools Into a Health-Conscious Pulse Monitor
Protective Cozy Musical Headgear
Headbands with MP3 Keep Ears Snuggly While Fighting Winter Chills
Double-Clawed Smartphone Speakers
This Fun iPhone Speaker Was Inspired By a Double-Clawed Crab
Presidential Smartphone Games
The Barack Obama & Mitt Romney VOTE!!! App Puts the Two Head-to-Head
Microchip Student Safety Programs
This Student Locator Program Uses RFID Technology to Track Kids