The use of vests in the medical field has been on the rise as of late. Vests outfitted with sensors that can read precision grade metrics (we’ve seen everything from heart-rate analytics to concentration of fluid…
Inevitably, the lines between medical and safety grade wearable garments cross. Products can be classified as medical or safety based on standards established by both the FDA for medical and ANSI for safety, respectively. Depending on…
2017 has been hailed as the year that wearables begin to move away from the wrist and into niche markets, one of the most prominent markets being healthcare. At this point, it’s pretty evident that the…
Smart textiles and wearable medical devices are becoming more commercialized and attainable as medical home health solutions, and the technology diversifies based on purpose of care. The method of wear depends most often on why the…
For most, the first object that pops into your head after hearing the term “wearable” is likely some sort of fitness-associated wrist wear. The wrist is an ideal place for a tracker such as a…