Technology is evolving and affecting all of us. Many technological innovations and inventions are taking place in the healthcare industry. The latest trend in the healthcare sector is wearable health devices. These devices have seen a surge in demand since the beginning of Covid-19 pandemic. The number of US adults using wearable health devices has increased from 42% in 2019 to 54% in 2020. 

More and more companies have started to invest in wearable health devices and these are being discussed extensively at various health conferences like the Health 2.0 Conference (Health2Conf). In such events experts of the industry are reviewing the advantages and disadvantages of these devices. They are also coming up with ways to improve this technology and make it accessible to the maximum number of people. 

Wearable health devices have multiple features. There are devices that can track your vitals like heart rate, blood pressure, blood oxygen level, sleep monitoring and many health wearable devices now have the ability to take electrocardiograms (ECGs). 

Did you know that there are portable dialysis machines? A Singapore based company has come up with a wearable health device that has received the ‘FDA Breakthrough Device’ designation. It is called the AWAK Peritoneal Dialysis device (AWAK PD) and uses sorbent technology to conveniently perform dialysis for patients suffering from renal diseases. 

Wearable health devices are very useful, especially when it comes to treating patients. For example, on the basis of the walking patterns recorded by such devices doctors can even predict Alzheimer's disease. Patients with Alzheimer’s have varied walking speed and reduced gait speed, symmetry and stride length. Health monitoring devices can easily track these features and it can be further enhanced by using contact sensors in shoes. 

We have seen the features and applications of wearable health devices so now let us take a look at some of the perks of using wearable health devices. 

1. People become health-conscious

People who regularly use wearable health devices become more conscious about their health. This in turn will motivate them to be physically fit and start improving their habits. 

2. Proactive healthcare

Instead of being reactive to potential health issues you will become proactive. People who have this proactive approach will be able to take care of themselves and successfully deal with health issues at the early stage of illness. 

3. Monitor vulnerable patients in real-time

Medical practitioners will be able to use the data collected by these devices to monitor vulnerable patients from a distance. This is especially advantageous because of the Covid-19 pandemic. Travelling to a hospital or going to meet a patient can be risky and can be avoided due to wearable health devices. 

4. Affordable and Durable

Wearable health devices can be bought at nominal rates. Apart from this, these devices are also highly durable. 

By visiting top health events you will be able to learn more about health wearable devices. You will be able to learn from the best minds in the industry.