# Senior Stat Sticks The Pedomostick Keeps Track of Important Health Info for the Elderly By Andrew Robichaud | Published 2009-07-20 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pedomostick References: [ohgizmo](http://www.ohgizmo.com/2009/07/20/pedomostick/) & [hammacher](http://www.hammacher.com/Product/77101?promo=Category-NewArrivals) Maybe it’s a health thing, maybe it’s just being bored as a senior that influenced the Pedomostick from Hammacher Schlemmer. The stick [looks just like a regular cane](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/streamline-cane) (without the hook at the top, more like a guide stick for the blind), but the technology inside allows for the [tracking of important health information](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wearable-sensor1). The Pedomostick [tallies your footsteps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cangogo), calculates calories burned, measures distance traveled, and tracks time spent walking (all in a day's work). For those late night strolls, the Pedomostick has a built in headlight to further guide you on your path. The Pedomostick proves seniors can have cool gadgets TOO! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Seniors](https://www.trendhunter.com/seniors) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Health Tracking for Seniors:** The Pedomostick demonstrates the demand for innovative tools that track important health information specifically for the elderly. - **Discreet Technology for Seniors:** The Pedomostick highlights the opportunity for technology that seamlessly blends into everyday objects, such as canes, making it more accessible for older adults. - **Enhancing Mobility with Technology:** The Pedomostick represents the need for technological advancements that improve the mobility and overall well-being of seniors. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Healthcare Technology:** The Pedomostick opens up possibilities for healthcare technology companies to develop more sophisticated devices that provide accurate health tracking for the elderly. - **Assistive Devices:** The Pedomostick presents an opportunity for assistive device manufacturers to create innovative products that enhance the safety and well-being of seniors. - **Fitness and Wellness:** The Pedomostick shows the potential for fitness and wellness companies to develop products tailored specifically for the elderly population, incorporating features like health tracking and safety enhancements. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Connected Walking Support Canes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stride-senze.md) - [Connected Walking Canes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/can-go.md) - [Empowering Walking Sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walking-sticks.md) - [Mobility-Boosting Cane Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nextstride.md) - [Automated Adjustment Walking Sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halo-smart-cane.md) - [Connected Sensor-Packed Canes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caregiver-smart-cane.md) - [Supportive Senior Pet Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steady-walking-aid-for-dogs.md) - [Senior-Focused Wearable Health Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carepredict.md) - [Senior-Targeted Wearable Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lifeline-canada.md)