# Subtle Senior-Fall Monitors The VitalBand is a Discrete Fall-Detection Watch for Seniors By Grace Mahas | Published 2020-03-09 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vitalband References: [cnbc](https://www.cnbc.com/2019/09/12/7-new-tech-devices-for-that-help-seniors-live-happier-healthier-lives.html) & [vitaltech](https://www.vitaltech.com/) Cloud-based platform VitalTech recently launched a new emergency voice call-out and [fall-detection wearable](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fall-detection-system), dubbed VitalBand. The smartwatch comes in response to many seniors feeling self-conscious about wearing the [traditional pendants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nuna-pendant) and were in the market subtle substitute. The VitalBand is able to track vital signs including the heart and respiratory rate in addition to oxygen saturation. The senior-specific wearable also provides information regarding physical activity and sleep quality as well as medication reminders. This health-focused wearable was built to last and is water-resistant, sweat-proof and charges on the wearer's write to ensure 24-hour safety. The VitalBand is available for a [monthly subscription charge](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zeus-smart-ring) with ranges from $25 to $50 USD a month. Image Credit: VitalTech ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Discrete Fall-detection Wearables:** Opportunity for developing discreet wearable devices that can detect and respond to falls for seniors. - **Tracking Vital Signs and Physical Activity:** Opportunity to create wearable devices that can monitor vital signs, physical activity, and sleep quality for seniors. - **Personalized Healthcare Monitoring:** Opportunity to provide personalized healthcare monitoring solutions for seniors, including medication reminders and health data tracking. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Wearable Technology:** The wearable technology industry has an opportunity to innovate by developing discreet fall-detection devices and health monitoring wearables for seniors. - **Healthcare:** The healthcare industry can benefit from the development of personalized healthcare monitoring solutions for seniors, including wearable devices for tracking vital signs and medication reminders. - **Senior Care:** The senior care industry can leverage discreet fall-detection wearables and personalized healthcare monitoring solutions to improve the safety and well-being of seniors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wearable Monitoring Technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tband.md) - [Connected Elderly Care Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patronus.md) - [Supportive Senior Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcarewatch-241.md) - [Senior-Targeted Wearable Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lifeline-canada.md) - [Simply Designed Smart Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doro-watch.md) - [Senior-Focused Wearable Health Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carepredict.md) - [Fall-Detecting Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kami-fall-detect-camera.md) - [Wifi-Activated Elder Protection Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fall-protection-for-elderly.md) - [Senior-Focused Waist-Worn Sensors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wearable-sensor1.md)