Abnormal heart rhythms, known as atrial fibrillation, are one of the leading causes of strokes but can oftentimes go undetected, which is something this necklace ECG is designed to change.
The necklace works by being worn at all times by those who are at risk of atrial fibrillation and can be used periodically to track the heart. This is done by simply positioning the necklace pendant over the chest or in their palm for 30 seconds to capture a reading.
The necklace ECG has been developed by a team of researchers at the University of Eastern Finland and could help with the early detection of problems before they develop into more serious health issues for a person.
Image Credit: European Society of Cardiology
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Non-invasive Heart-tracking Technology
- Developing non-invasive heart-tracking technology presents an opportunity for innovation in wearable medical devices.
- Early Detection of Atrial Fibrillation
- The ability to detect atrial fibrillation at early stages may lead to more effective treatments.
- Individualized Health Monitoring
- Individualized and continuous health monitoring can lead to more personalized medical treatment plans.
Where This Applies
- Medical Devices
- The medical device industry can innovate wearable ECG technology for consumer use.
- Wearable Technology
- Wearable technology industry could leverage ECG tracking in jewelry to create stylish health-monitoring accessories.
- Healthcare
- Healthcare providers may leverage this technology to monitor at-risk patients remotely.
