# Geriatric Tech Digital integration lends an upgrade to the world of seniors. By [Armida Ascano](https://www.trendhunter.com/Armida), Chief Insights Officer | Published Jun 12, 2014 | Category: [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/life-stages) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/geriatric-tech ## Key Figures - Trend score: 2.8/10 - Evidence articles: 7 ## What is the Geriatric Tech trend? **Geriatric Tech:** With 60% of 50 to 64-year-olds on a social network, the aging consumer of today is encouraged to continue the digital progress with geriatric-tailored devices. This speaks not only to the span of digital integration into daily life, but the redefinition of what it means to age, as more seniors demand products that stimulate them mentally, but accommodate them physically. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 7 featured examples - Articles from: Jan 2, 2012 to Mar 9, 2014 - Published: Jun 12, 2014 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence), [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection) - Megatrends: [Tribalism](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/tribalism), [Youthfulness](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/youthfulness), [Artificial Intelligence](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/artificial-intelligence) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Top markets: North America ## Themes within the Geriatric Tech trend ### Geriatric-Tailored Tech Seniors are demanding products that stimulate them mentally, but accommodate them physically, leading to the development of geriatric-tailored tech. ### Wearable Health Technology The wearable device industry is expanding to include health and wellness applications like wearables for the elderly. ### 3D Printing for Healthcare 3D printing is revolutionizing healthcare by developing more efficient, personalized medical devices, such as 3D printed artificial heart membranes. ## What the Geriatric Tech trend means for industry ### For Elderly Care There is a rising need for elderly care solutions, including specialized technology that could improve the quality of seniors’ lives. ### For Medical Technology Medical technology companies could take advantage of the expanding industry for geriatric-tailored and wearable health tech to develop new products to meet seniors’ needs. ### For Manufacturing Manufacturing companies utilizing 3D printing technology could develop a range of medical devices and technologies that are more efficient, precise, and personalized for seniors’ use. ## Trend signals for Geriatric Tech Trend score 2.8 out of 10, from popularity 52%, activity 25%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 52% - Activity: 25% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Geriatric Tech trend 7 featured examples from Jan 2, 2012 to Mar 9, 2014. - [Projected Chess Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tepos): TEPOS is Hi-Tech Entertainment Designed for the Elderly (Category: Life-Stages) Implication: The TEPOS system highlights the need for innovative entertainment solutions catered specifically for the elderly, presenting an opportunity for the senior entertainment industry t… - [Senior Citizen Cellphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edd-phone-by-anurag-sarda): The Edd Phone by Anurag Sarda Brings Modern Communication to the Elderly (Category: Tech) Implication: The Edd Phone by Anurag Sarda highlights the need for mobile phone manufacturers to design and produce devices specifically tailored to the needs and preferences of senior citizen… - [3D-Printed Heartbeat Regulators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-membrane): These Artificial Heart 3D-Printed Membranes Could Save Your Life (Category: Life-Stages) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Drive advancements in biomedical engineering to develop groundbreaking technologies for improving heart health and personalized medical devices. - [Smartly Sensored Diapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-smart-diaper): The Smart Diaper Sends Wireless Alerts You When it Needs Changing (Category: Life-Stages) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new smart diaper technology that can improve infant health and ease caregiver responsibilities. - [Smartphone Compatible Hearing Aids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-hearing-aid): These Smart Hearing Aids Will Help Users Stay Connected (Category: Tech) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating smartphone compatibility and advanced features into hearing aids to enhance user experience and expand market reach. - [Accurate Microphone Hearings Aids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hearing-assistant): The ‘Wear’ is an Effective Portable Hearing Assistant (Category: Life-Stages) Implication: The consumer electronics industry can capitalize on the trend of wearable hearing assistants by developing innovative and fashionable devices that enhance the hearing experience. - [Future-Forward Walking Sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-isowalk): The Isowalk is Ergonomic and Features Wireless Connectivity (Category: Life-Stages) Implication: Creating innovative walking sticks with advanced features for rehabilitation and everyday use by the elderly. ## Recent trend clusters - [Constructible Franchises](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/constructible-franchises) (Life-Stages) - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Life-Stages - [Retro Graphic Tees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nostalgic-graphic-tees) - [Screen-Free Kids Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/screen-free-kids-phones) - [Edible Oil-Based Lubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coco-lube) - [Women's Health-Focused Probiotic Supplements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/womens-health-probiotic-capsules) All articles: [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages)