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During the past year, I have spent countless hours and a bucketload of money trying to figure out what the heck is wrong with my health. I was feeling worse and worse, having various symptoms, totally inexplicable with my impeccable test results. During this journey, not a single doctor asked or suggested that my symptoms may come from entering perimenopause – the stage of life of women preceding menopause. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>I am 47 years old, and as I have learned since then, extremely average in starting to have perimenopause symptoms at the age of 47. Also very average with the specific symptoms I have. And even more average in entering this phase of my life with zero practical knowledge or info about the possible symptoms, and treatment options. As it turns out, an overwhelming majority, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.ucl.ac.uk\u002Fnews\u002F2023\u002Fapr\u002Fnine-ten-women-were-never-educated-about-menopause\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">about 90% of women\u003C\u002Fa> report the same. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A loss of $150 billion every year\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Perimenopause and menopause have lasting health implications that profoundly impact our aging process – how we retain strength, mobility, and cognitive abilities. This isn’t an issue confined to a few years, it impacts all women over 45 – that’s roughly 1.2 billion people worldwide, about 30% of the living female population till the end of their lives. And around 40% in developed nations where lifespans are longer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Even if we don’t care about the “subjective” factors, like women feeling terrible and getting osteoporosis, hard economic reasoning also dictates that humanity should tackle the issue of (peri)menopause. The annual global economic impact from productivity loss and healthcare costs is estimated at $150 billion, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bloomberg.com\u002Fnews\u002Farticles\u002F2021-06-18\u002Fwomen-are-leaving-the-workforce-for-a-little-talked-about-reason\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bloomberg reported\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Despite menopause’s far-reaching consequences, funding for medical research in this area is \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ffinance.yahoo.com\u002Fnews\u002Fmenopause-600-billion-opportunity-report-110019808.html\" target=\"_blank\">shockingly scarce\u003C\u002Fa>. Of the $254 million invested in women’s health technology over the past decade, a mere 5% has been allocated to menopause treatments. Most funds were prioritized for reproductive health and fertility. We \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Funderfunding-research-of-female-health-leaves-huge-amounts-of-money-on-the-table\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">have already analysed\u003C\u002Fa> how underfunded female health issues \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nature.com\u002Farticles\u002Fd41586-023-01472-5\">are in general\u003C\u002Fa>, menopause is a great example. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Dr. Mary Clair Haver, an American OB-GYN specializing in menopause revealed a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.youtube.com\u002Fwatch?v=oQqcnYcKx68\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">disheartening observation\u003C\u002Fa> from her training: many women detailing (what we now recognize as) \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.mymenopausecentre.com\u002Fsymptom-checker\u002F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">menopausal symptoms\u003C\u002Fa> were handed over to her with the label “WW patient” (as in whiny woman) along with dismissive condolences. Even today, responses such as “It’s all in your head” or “Why the drama, get over it!” remain distressingly typical.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The doctor also shared that it’s not uncommon for women to be taking 7-8-10 different medications for various symptoms by the time they reach her. These women recognize that something is wrong, seeking help from one doctor to another. However, healthcare professionals often fail to recognize (peri)menopause as the root cause. Instead, they either dismiss the issue or prescribe separate treatments for individual symptoms.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>This is worrisome for two reasons: these women fail to receive crucially important info on how to preserve their physical and mental health, strength, bone density, and muscle mass while taking a handful of unnecessary drugs day after day. And meanwhile, their overall quality of life doesn’t improve.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>(Peri)menopause symptoms can be confusing: from heart palpitations to anxiety, from sleep troubles to weight gain, from tinnitus to brain fog, from burning mouth to muscle pains, bloating, hair loss and fatigue – seemingly unrelated, very varied. But they are also well documented and should be considered when a woman in the right age cohort (meaning: over 35) starts listing them. Or so you would think.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">70% have serious symptoms, 10% receive treatment info\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>While 70% of women report that (peri)menopause symptoms negatively affect their quality of life, only 10% get sufficient information about treatment options – these shocking figures come from \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.youtube.com\u002Fwatch?v=uEZpg0n7jcY\" target=\"_blank\">this interview\u003C\u002Fa>. Canadian Dr. Peter Attia talks about how misinterpretations of the results of the \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fen.wikipedia.org\u002Fwiki\u002FWomen%27s_Health_Initiative\" target=\"_blank\">Women’s Health Initiative (WHI)\u003C\u002Fa> resulted in demonizing hormone replacement therapies in the past few decades. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Hormone replacement therapy faced a significant setback when results generated a widespread media hysteria reporting that HRT increased cancer risk by 25%. However, a closer examination reveals that the actual increase was from a very small risk to a slightly larger (but still very small) risk. In fact, HRT’s long-term protective effects against cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, muscle loss, mental health issues, and weight management are well-documented and compelling. Yet, the misinterpretation of the WHI study tarnished HRT’s reputation for decades.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>For many women, HRT \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.mayoclinic.org\u002Fdiseases-conditions\u002Fmenopause\u002Fin-depth\u002Fhormone-therapy\u002Fart-20046372\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">can be an effective\u003C\u002Fa> way to \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.menopause.org\u002Ffor-women\u002Fexpert-answers-to-frequently-asked-questions-about-menopause\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">manage menopausal symptoms\u003C\u002Fa> and improve quality of life. It can help with immediate symptoms, and it can also offer decade-long protection against osteoporosis and cardiovascular disease. But we just don’t know about it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Digital health to the rescue?\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>There are signs that the digital health sector is starting to recognize the significant potential for innovation in menopause care. One indication of this is the emergence of calls for research, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.frontiersin.org\u002Fresearch-topics\u002F57739\u002Fusing-digital-health-technologies-to-manage-symptoms-of-menopause\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">such as this one\u003C\u002Fa>:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"432\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2023\u002F04\u002Ftmf_article_357-768x432.png\" alt=\"TMF, medical student, AI, doctor, data, computer\" class=\"wp-image-50547\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2023\u002F04\u002Ftmf_article_357-768x432.png 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2023\u002F04\u002Ftmf_article_357-370x208.png 370w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2023\u002F04\u002Ftmf_article_357-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2023\u002F04\u002Ftmf_article_357-2048x1152.png 2048w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2023\u002F04\u002Ftmf_article_357.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>“The goal of this Research Topic is to bring together a collection of papers that individually and collectively used digital technologies to shed light on the symptom experience during the menopause transition. In so doing, these insights will identify novel strategies for both clinicians and researchers to use in improving the clinical tools and advancing the science needed for enhancing the management of menopause symptoms.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>This call for research highlights the growing recognition that digital technologies can be leveraged to:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\u003Cli>Improve symptom tracking and monitoring: digital tools can empower women to track their symptoms more accurately and consistently, providing valuable data for clinicians to inform treatment decisions.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Enhance self-care: mobile apps and other digital resources can provide women with personalized guidance and support for managing their symptoms, promoting self-efficacy and reducing the burden on healthcare systems.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Advance clinical research: digital technologies can facilitate the collection of large-scale, real-world data on menopause symptoms, enabling researchers to identify new patterns and trends, and develop more effective treatments.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The global menopause market hit $15.4 billion in 2021 and is projected to reach $24.4 billion by 2030, according to \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.grandviewresearch.com\u002Findustry-analysis\u002Fmenopause-market\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">data\u003C\u002Fa> from Grand View Research – \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.fiercehealthcare.com\u002Fhealth-tech\u002Fmenopause-care-market-remains-largely-untapped-heres-why-investors-and-startups-should\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fierce Healthcare reported\u003C\u002Fa>. According to findings from a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.aarp.org\u002Fhealth\u002Fconditions-treatments\u002Finfo-2018\u002Fmenopause-symptoms-doctors-relief-treatment.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">survey\u003C\u002Fa>, of women who seek medical attention 75% are left untreated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>This is a vast market potential. Venture capital firm SJF Ventures identified 50 startups working in this area, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fsjfventures.com\u002Fsjf-ventures-market-analysis-outlines-startups-disrupting-menopause-care-and-opportunities-for-investors\u002F#_ftn3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">delivering solutions in five sectors\u003C\u002Fa>, many of which (but not all) list scientific publications and clinical trials on their sites. These categories are\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\u003Cli>Biopharma: biopharmaceutical and therapeutic solutions to ovarian health and menopause symptoms.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Consumer Goods: health supplements, personal care, and sexual wellness products.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Digital Technology: platforms for menopause management, including symptom tracking, educational resources, and social networks. \u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Medical Devices: devices or wearables that alleviate menopause symptoms such as hot flashes and vulvovaginal atrophy. \u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Virtual and Hybrid Care: clinical care, including consultations and medications, for menopause symptoms.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">There are many apps for that\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>If a woman reaches the point where she suspects she might be experiencing menopause symptoms, there are numerous apps to aid her journey. I’ve downloaded and tested several myself in recent weeks – including \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.balance-menopause.com\u002Fbalance-app\u002F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Balance\u003C\u002Fa>, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fheyperry.com\u002F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Perry\u003C\u002Fa>, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fhellocaria.com\u002F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Caria\u003C\u002Fa> and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.hopkinsmedicine.org\u002Fnews\u002Farticles\u002F2020\u002F06\u002Fgynecologist-develops-menopause-guide-for-physicians\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Menopause\u003C\u002Fa>. Here’s what I’ve learned:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\u003Cli>You can save considerable time by getting detailed info from the app compared to starting research from scratch.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Most apps I tested did an excellent job collecting menopause symptoms.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Most go beyond basic symptom recording. They promote a holistic approach, offering advice, programs, and information about how to adjust lifestyle, sleep, nutrition, and exercise to offset symptoms and the long-term negative effects of hormonal changes.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Several apps feature reviews where users evaluate the effectiveness of various treatment options (HRT, herbal therapies, lifestyle changes) determining whether they helped significantly, slightly, or not at all. This is immensely helpful for learning about various treatment options and making informed decisions.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>I tried free apps, and all of these come with in-app purchases. Understandable, they need to make money somehow. But they are also quite annoying with their aggressive pushiness, and tons of locked premium features. On the other hand, they are typically not expensive, and if you haven’t learned a Ph.D. worth of info by the time you get them and live in their service area – US mostly – using the full-access versions must be much better. \u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>The Menopause app from Johns Hopkins is an outlier, which was specifically developed for healthcare providers. Although I am not the target audience, I found its matter-of-fact tone, lack of sales push, and depth of information comforting.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Overall, these apps are great resources for women at this particular stage of life. It’s crucial, however, to raise awareness that they exist, so others find them before they have to spend months researching the topic and visiting dozens of doctors looking for the non-existent illness making them feel off.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"rendered":61,"protected":15},"\u003Cp>While 70% of women in (peri)menopause have symptoms, only 10% get sufficient info about treatments – this is a potential goldmine for digital health\u003C\u002Fp>\n",6,54889,"closed","standard",{"_acf_changed":15,"footnotes":7},[68,5],7079,[70,71],7565,7907,[73,74,75],949,950,951,[],[78,79,80,81,82,83,84,85],1559,1571,1579,1617,1737,1871,2079,2199,[87,54,88,89,90,91,92,93,94,95,96,97,98,99],"post-54887","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-tmf","category-lifestyle-medicine","tag-female-health","tag-menopause-tech","project_category-educators","project_category-medical-professionals","project_category-patients",{"id":63,"alt_text":101,"caption":7,"description":7,"media_type":102,"media_details":103,"post":45,"source_url":143},"menopause, female health, women, app","image",{"width":104,"height":105,"file":106,"filesize":107,"sizes":108,"image_meta":140},6667,3750,"2024\u002F02\u002Ftmf_article_402.png",1206102,{"medium":109,"large":116,"thumbnail":122,"medium_large":127,"1536x1536":128,"2048x2048":134},{"file":110,"width":111,"height":112,"mime-type":113,"filesize":114,"source_url":115},"tmf_article_402-370x208.png",370,208,"image\u002Fpng",31474,"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2024\u002F02\u002Ftmf_article_402-370x208.png",{"file":117,"width":118,"height":119,"mime-type":113,"filesize":120,"source_url":121},"tmf_article_402-768x432.png",768,432,85077,"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2024\u002F02\u002Ftmf_article_402-768x432.png",{"file":123,"width":124,"height":124,"mime-type":113,"filesize":125,"source_url":126},"tmf_article_402-150x150.png",150,14845,"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2024\u002F02\u002Ftmf_article_402-150x150.png",{"file":117,"width":118,"height":119,"mime-type":113,"filesize":120,"source_url":121},{"file":129,"width":130,"height":131,"mime-type":113,"filesize":132,"source_url":133},"tmf_article_402-1536x864.png",1536,864,224658,"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2024\u002F02\u002Ftmf_article_402-1536x864.png",{"file":135,"width":136,"height":137,"mime-type":113,"filesize":138,"source_url":139},"tmf_article_402-2048x1152.png",2048,1152,346448,"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2024\u002F02\u002Ftmf_article_402-2048x1152.png",{"aperture":141,"credit":7,"camera":7,"caption":7,"created_timestamp":141,"copyright":7,"focal_length":141,"iso":141,"shutter_speed":141,"title":7,"orientation":141,"keywords":142},"0",[],"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2024\u002F02\u002Ftmf_article_402.png",{"cta_type":145,"cta_color":7,"related_books":146,"related_posts_footer":150,"related_posts":15,"subtitle":7,"key_takeaways":154},"subscribe",[147,148,149],30419,52203,47427,[151,152,153],54593,54743,54485,[155,157,159],{"title":156},"\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An overwhelming majority of women enter perimenopause with little to no knowledge about symptoms or treatment options, underscoring a critical gap in women’s healthcare education and support\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"title":158},"\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite the profound impact of menopause on health and the economy, with an estimated annual global cost of $150 billion, menopause research and solutions are dramatically underfunded and overlooked\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"title":160},"\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Digital health innovations offer promising new avenues for managing menopause symptoms, providing personalized care and filling the void left by traditional healthcare through symptom tracking, telemedicine, and educational resources\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"yoast_wpseo_title":57,"yoast_wpseo_metadesc":162,"yoast_wpseo_canonical":55},"While 70% of women in (peri)menopause have symptoms, only 10% get sufficient info about treatments - 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For \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Flongevity-is-the-future-if-we-tackle-digital-health-first\">decades\u003C\u002Fa>, longevity has referred to research on reversing ageing or making it a chronic condition we can finally treat. Today, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fhow-to-work-on-your-longevity-three-levels-of-personal-engagement\">longevity is becoming much more practical\u003C\u002Fa> and down-to-earth. Longevity clinics are opening everywhere, influencers share the most convincing lifestyle habits, and the concept of living long and healthy lives is becoming widespread. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>After trying \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Finside-the-worlds-most-comprehensive-longevity-package\">the world’s most comprehensive longevity package\u003C\u002Fa>, which included over 50 medical examinations, full genome and microbiome sequencing, metabolome analysis, and over 300 blood markers, I received lifestyle tips in four 2-2-hour-long sessions. I got a PDF with hundreds of pages about what can go wrong with my health and what I can do about it. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>But in this article, I’d like to describe those habits besides the very obvious (don’t smoke or drink alcohol, have a healthy diet and exercise a lot while also sleeping well and reducing stress, not alone), that I have found to be the most rewarding. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>There is one caveat: each involves the use of technologies because they rely on data.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Use a Smart Sleep Alarm\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>How do you wake up every morning? Do you have an alarm clock? Do you use the snooze function? These are unthinkable things for me, as I \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fthe-smart-sleep-alarm-is-the-holy-grail-of-health-tracking\">have been using a smart sleep alarm\u003C\u002Fa> for a decade.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The concept is simple, yet the reward is huge. A sleep sensor under the mattress or on your wrist can tell when you are coming out of light sleep. You tell the device between what times to wake you up and it will look for the first moment when you get into light sleep. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Waking up from light sleep is easy, and you feel energized. Waking up from deep sleep is a pain, and you need cups of coffee or tea to wake up. You cannot tell because you are asleep. The device does it for you. If you only decide to adopt one habit, please choose this one. A life changer!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"432\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F12\u002F226_tmf-01-768x432.png\" alt=\"Withings ScanWatch review\" class=\"wp-image-31481\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F12\u002F226_tmf-01-768x432.png 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F12\u002F226_tmf-01-370x208.png 370w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F12\u002F226_tmf-01-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F12\u002F226_tmf-01.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Withings ScanWatch, the beginning of a beautiful friendship\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">HRV is key for regeneration\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>I found it challenging to understand how my body regenerates before discovering HRV or heart rate variability. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>In principle, the lower your heart rate is, the higher HRV can become. The higher the HRV, the higher the chance for your body to fully rest during the night. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Logically, any decision that elevates your heart rate before going to bed goes against the idea: drinking alcohol, having a late dinner or exercise session, or being really stressed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fthe-health-sensor-that-gave-me-the-most-practical-insights\">Now I only check my HRV in the morning\u003C\u002Fa>, and I know what to expect from the day. This is a very easily measurable type of data with a bunch of meaning behind it. I use a smartwatch to measure it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Find motivation for exercise in data\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>I exercise 4-5 times a week, and I even try to at least walk on rest days. I do yoga, street workout, football and run. The simplest and maybe even best form of cardio training is running. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The issue is that I hate it. I need data to see how my performance changes over time. I have found the carrot in front of the mule. It doesn’t matter what kind of motivation you adopt; \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fgyms-as-longevity-centres-of-the-future\">just find one\u003C\u002Fa>. Whether it’s podcasts, music or data, just do it. 2-3 is good but not enough. We have to find ways of moving every single day. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>You will win so much with this habit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CGM once a year\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Even if you are healthy, put on a continuous glucose monitor sensor once a year, just for two weeks. It will measure your blood pressure many times a day, and you can get a lot from the data with a dietitian and your primary care physician when the final report is ready.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>For example, I \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fsibionics-blood-glucose-sensor-review\">learnt how to adjust my diet\u003C\u002Fa> and the time when I have my 5 meals every day. Some types of food caused me a sort of brain fog, and I couldn’t concentrate. I understood from the data that those meals caused spikes in my blood glucose. Now I avoid that.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"432\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2023\u002F02\u002Ftmf_article_353v2-01-1-768x432.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-49361\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2023\u002F02\u002Ftmf_article_353v2-01-1-768x432.png 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2023\u002F02\u002Ftmf_article_353v2-01-1-370x208.png 370w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2023\u002F02\u002Ftmf_article_353v2-01-1-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2023\u002F02\u002Ftmf_article_353v2-01-1-2048x1152.png 2048w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2023\u002F02\u002Ftmf_article_353v2-01-1.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Find a hobby that lowers your heart rate\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>I’m not joking. You won’t check your heart rate during a great hobby, I get that. But be aware that that activity lowers it for you. Thus, it will give you a chance to achieve high HRVs and mentally and physically rest during those hobbies. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>For example, when I watch baseball, it feels like I’m in a spa with no issues or challenges in the world. The low heart rate is an excellent feedback that whatever activity you have found, that’s the right one for you.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>I will keep on sharing more longevity tips that rely on data, but these five habits are the easiest to adopt. And I cannot wait to hear your experience with them.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"rendered":227,"protected":15},"\u003Cp>Longevity is not what it used to be. For decades, longevity has referred to research on reversing ageing or making it a chronic condition we […]\u003C\u002Fp>\n",58361,{"_acf_changed":15,"footnotes":7},[5,231,232],521,496,[],[],[],[237,238,239,240,241,242,243,244,245,246,247,248,249,250],5333,2725,5715,2765,2877,3293,3479,3537,4589,4625,1641,4791,1693,1903,[252,54,88,89,90,91,92,94,253,254],"post-60741","category-future-medicine","category-health-sensors-trackers",{"id":228,"alt_text":7,"caption":7,"description":7,"media_type":102,"media_details":256,"post":281,"source_url":282},{"width":257,"height":258,"file":259,"filesize":260,"sizes":261,"image_meta":279},2000,1125,"2025\u002F01\u002Ftmf_article_433.png",272031,{"medium":262,"large":266,"thumbnail":270,"medium_large":274,"1536x1536":275},{"file":263,"width":111,"height":112,"mime-type":113,"filesize":264,"source_url":265},"tmf_article_433-370x208.png",28531,"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F01\u002Ftmf_article_433-370x208.png",{"file":267,"width":118,"height":119,"mime-type":113,"filesize":268,"source_url":269},"tmf_article_433-768x432.png",72552,"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F01\u002Ftmf_article_433-768x432.png",{"file":271,"width":124,"height":124,"mime-type":113,"filesize":272,"source_url":273},"tmf_article_433-150x150.png",16382,"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F01\u002Ftmf_article_433-150x150.png",{"file":267,"width":118,"height":119,"mime-type":113,"filesize":268,"source_url":269},{"file":276,"width":130,"height":131,"mime-type":113,"filesize":277,"source_url":278},"tmf_article_433-1536x864.png",177761,"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F01\u002Ftmf_article_433-1536x864.png",{"aperture":141,"credit":7,"camera":7,"caption":7,"created_timestamp":141,"copyright":7,"focal_length":141,"iso":141,"shutter_speed":141,"title":7,"orientation":141,"keywords":280},[],58359,"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F01\u002Ftmf_article_433.png",{"cta_type":7,"cta_color":7,"subtitle":7,"key_takeaways":284,"related_books":15,"related_posts_footer":15,"related_posts":15},[285,287,289],{"title":286},"\u003Cp>I describe those longevity habits besides the very obvious (don’t smoke or drink alcohol, have a healthy diet and exercise a lot while also sleeping well and reducing stress, not alone), that I have found to be the most rewarding.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"title":288},"\u003Cp>There is one caveat: each involves the use of technologies because they rely on data.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"title":290},"\u003Cp>I will keep on sharing more longevity tips that rely on data, but these five habits are the easiest to adopt. And I cannot wait to hear your experience with them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"yoast_wpseo_title":292,"yoast_wpseo_metadesc":7,"yoast_wpseo_canonical":221},"5 Practical Longevity Tips Using Technologies - The Medical Futurist",{"self":294,"collection":299,"about":301,"author":303,"replies":305,"version-history":308,"predecessor-version":312,"wp:featuredmedia":316,"wp:attachment":319,"wp:term":322,"curies":333},[295],{"href":296,"targetHints":297},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fposts\u002F60741",{"allow":298},[28],[300],{"href":171},[302],{"href":174},[304],{"embeddable":42,"href":177},[306],{"embeddable":42,"href":307},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fcomments?post=60741",[309],{"count":310,"href":311},3,"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fposts\u002F60741\u002Frevisions",[313],{"id":314,"href":315},60755,"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fposts\u002F60741\u002Frevisions\u002F60755",[317],{"embeddable":42,"href":318},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fmedia\u002F58361",[320],{"href":321},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fmedia?parent=60741",[323,325,327,329,331],{"taxonomy":11,"embeddable":42,"href":324},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fcategories?post=60741",{"taxonomy":199,"embeddable":42,"href":326},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Ftags?post=60741",{"taxonomy":202,"embeddable":42,"href":328},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fproject_category?post=60741",{"taxonomy":205,"embeddable":42,"href":330},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fcontact_email_category?post=60741",{"taxonomy":208,"embeddable":42,"href":332},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fyst_prominent_words?post=60741",[334],{"name":40,"href":41,"templated":42},{"id":336,"date":337,"date_gmt":338,"guid":339,"modified":341,"modified_gmt":342,"slug":343,"status":53,"type":54,"link":344,"title":345,"content":347,"excerpt":349,"author":351,"featured_media":352,"comment_status":64,"ping_status":64,"sticky":42,"template":7,"format":65,"meta":353,"categories":354,"tags":356,"project_category":357,"contact_email_category":358,"yst_prominent_words":359,"class_list":365,"better_featured_image":368,"acf":397,"yoast_meta":405,"_links":407},58787,"2026-03-25T10:13:15","2026-03-25T09:13:15",{"rendered":340},"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002F?post_id=58787&_wpnonce=f975392f5e&status=auto-draft&type=post","2026-03-25T10:13:17","2026-03-25T09:13:17","gyms-as-longevity-centres-of-the-future","https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fgyms-as-longevity-centres-of-the-future",{"rendered":346},"Gyms As Longevity Centres Of The Future",{"rendered":348,"protected":15},"\n\u003Cp>When you think of gyms, what comes to your mind? It’s likely a combination of fitness activities and equipment (and maybe some long-forgotten New Year’s resolution). This traditional gym concept is set to receive a serious makeover in the digital health era. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Some fitness centres are already incorporating services that are looking beyond near-future fitness and into longer-term benefits. This might indicate a very plausible scenario where gyms become longevity centres. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>What will such centres look like, and what does this evolution signify for the general public? We dive into these and more in this article.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>What is longevity, and how do gyms fit in?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>“Don’t die” might be the most simple, if not oversimplified, way of describing longevity. This concept has been popularised recently by social media influencer \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.youtube.com\u002F@BryanJohnson\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bryan Johnson\u003C\u002Fa>, who has \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.goodreads.com\u002Fbook\u002Fshow\u002F199214175-don-t-die\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">a book\u003C\u002Fa> and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.netflix.com\u002Fie\u002Ftitle\u002F81757532\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">a Netflix documentary\u003C\u002Fa> titled ‘Don’t Die’ that describe his attempt to live forever. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>However, longevity endeavours have existed for decades, although relatively niche until now, with institutes such as \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.humanlongevity.com\u002F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Human Longevity Inc.\u003C\u002Fa> and the Google-backed \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.calicolabs.com\u002F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Calico\u003C\u002Fa> dedicating research to “solve death”. Essentially, longevity is \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Flongevity-is-the-future-if-we-tackle-digital-health-first\u002F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">a subfield of healthcare\u003C\u002Fa> that focuses on prolonging human lifespan and healthy living. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\u003Cdiv class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n\u003Ciframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"What happens to society if we live beyond 130 years? - The Medical Futurist\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.youtube.com\u002Fembed\u002FmLHUZ5KNSHU?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen>\u003C\u002Fiframe>\n\u003C\u002Fdiv>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>While longevity was mostly constrained to academia and the ultrawealthy (Bryan Johnson is a multimillionaire who spends \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.theguardian.com\u002Ffilm\u002F2025\u002Fjan\u002F02\u002Fbryan-johnson-documentary-dont-die-netflix\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">$2 million a year\u003C\u002Fa> on his attempt for eternal life), the aim of living healthier for longer has gained popularity in recent years. This is \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fhealf.com\u002Fblogs\u002Fhealth-journal\u002Fare-gyms-becoming-the-new-wellness-clinic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">partially due to the COVID-19 pandemic\u003C\u002Fa>, which highlighted the importance of immune and mental resilience as well as general long-term well-being. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>As a result, the global wellness economy \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.scmp.com\u002Flifestyle\u002Fhealth-wellness\u002Farticle\u002F3303159\u002Flongevity-wellness-gyms-can-help-extend-health-spans-so-you-live-longer-good-shape\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">is booming\u003C\u002Fa>, with longevity considered the fastest-growing subsector. This has enticed clinicians and investors to create dedicated \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.menshealth.com\u002Fhealth\u002Fa64345581\u002Fnew-longevity-clinics\u002F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">longevity clinics\u003C\u002Fa>, but gyms might have an edge over classic medical care.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The healthcare field has traditionally been \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.healthcare-brew.com\u002Fstories\u002F2022\u002F10\u002F14\u002Fhealthcare-slow-to-adopt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">among the slowest\u003C\u002Fa> to adopt new technologies and trends. Even if some dedicated longevity clinics have emerged, their novelty means that engagement is not guaranteed. On the other hand, gyms \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.linkedin.com\u002Fposts\u002Fdelphinelegrandofficial_gyms-will-become-the-new-longevity-clinics-activity-7315389425780228097-5HCW\u002F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">are well-positioned\u003C\u002Fa> to tap into the longevity trend thanks to their existing infrastructure and membership base. Above all, being consumer-driven means that gyms move fast to satisfy their clients and can expand their offerings to integrate cutting-edge technology. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>How can gyms serve as longevity centres?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Within their existing infrastructure, gyms can be adapted to include areas for longevity services such as recovery zones and diagnostics. Given that their existing audience is already invested in their health, that audience is likely to be receptive to longevity services. In addition to their traditional services, gyms could provide, under one roof, lifestyle coaching, recovery therapies and personalised diagnostics to promote longevity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003Cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"432\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F10\u002F211_tmf-01-768x432.png\" alt=\"Longevity can wait\" class=\"wp-image-30543\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F10\u002F211_tmf-01-768x432.png 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F10\u002F211_tmf-01-370x208.png 370w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F10\u002F211_tmf-01-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F10\u002F211_tmf-01.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n\n\u003Cp>These are not just hypothetical potentials, but \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.linkedin.com\u002Fposts\u002Fdelphinelegrandofficial_gyms-will-become-the-new-longevity-clinics-activity-7315389425780228097-5HCW\u002F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">several gyms\u003C\u002Fa> around the world are evolving to become what could be termed as longevity centres. \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.equinox.com\u002F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Equinox\u003C\u002Fa>, which has over 100 clubs worldwide, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fathletechnews.com\u002Fthe-gym-as-a-clinic\u002F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">has expanded its services\u003C\u002Fa> to include biomarker testing and personalised health regimens. With this service, a dedicated team of health and wellness experts covers fitness, nutrition, sleep and massage for Equinox’s members. London’s \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.kxlife.co.uk\u002F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">KX club\u003C\u002Fa> adopts \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fhealf.com\u002Fblogs\u002Fhealth-journal\u002Fare-gyms-becoming-the-new-wellness-clinic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">a holistic approach\u003C\u002Fa> to fitness with medical diagnostics, IV vitamin therapy and nutritional coaching for comprehensive health optimisation. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>In Singapore, Chi Longevity and Sparkd \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Flongevity.technology\u002Fnews\u002Fchi-longevity-launches-worlds-first-evidence-based-healthy-longevity-gym\u002F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">have launched\u003C\u002Fa> what they call “the first evidence-based healthy longevity gym in the world”. Guided by medical diagnostics to ensure measurable outcomes, their programme focuses on a “brain-body fitness” concept designed to enhance cognitive and physical performance. “The future of longevity isn’t just about living longer, it’s about living sharper, stronger, and healthier for longer,” \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Flongevity.technology\u002Fnews\u002Fchi-longevity-launches-worlds-first-evidence-based-healthy-longevity-gym\u002F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">said Anna Milani\u003C\u002Fa>, founder of Sparkd.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>A new era of gyms\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>This trend towards the adoption of longevity in their midst indicates that a new era might be on the horizon for gyms. We are likely to see more of such services being offered for a holistic luxury fitness experience. However, this means that they might not be out of the price range for most people.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003Cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"432\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F06\u002F179_tmf-01-768x432.png\" alt=\"Lifestyle medicine DTx app mental meditation\" class=\"wp-image-28791\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F06\u002F179_tmf-01-768x432.png 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F06\u002F179_tmf-01-370x208.png 370w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F06\u002F179_tmf-01-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F06\u002F179_tmf-01.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n\n\u003Cp>But beyond pricing, there are challenges that traditional gyms will have to face as they evolve into true longevity centres. Their staff will have to be upskilled to gain additional training and expertise, and they might even want to include healthcare professionals to ensure the quality of their services.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The integration of longevity services into gyms is likely to become more prevalent as consumer demand for preventative care increases and technology advances. This trend could lead to a more personalised and integrated approach to healthcare, with gyms playing a key role in promoting well-being and extending healthy lifespans.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cem>Written by Dr. Bertalan Meskó & Dr. Pranavsingh Dhunnoo\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"rendered":350,"protected":15},"\u003Cp>What will such centres look like, and what does this evolution signify for the general public? We dive into these and more in this article.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",16,58803,{"_acf_changed":15,"footnotes":7},[68,5,231,355],489,[],[],[],[79,360,361,362,363,364],1683,1987,2283,4869,5529,[366,54,88,89,90,91,92,93,94,253,367],"post-58787","category-personalized-medicine",{"id":352,"alt_text":7,"caption":7,"description":7,"media_type":102,"media_details":369,"post":336,"source_url":396},{"width":104,"height":105,"file":370,"filesize":371,"sizes":372,"image_meta":394},"2025\u002F05\u002Ftmf_article_442.png",1420196,{"medium":373,"large":377,"thumbnail":381,"medium_large":385,"1536x1536":386,"2048x2048":390},{"file":374,"width":111,"height":112,"mime-type":113,"filesize":375,"source_url":376},"tmf_article_442-370x208.png",54684,"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F05\u002Ftmf_article_442-370x208.png",{"file":378,"width":118,"height":119,"mime-type":113,"filesize":379,"source_url":380},"tmf_article_442-768x432.png",145157,"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F05\u002Ftmf_article_442-768x432.png",{"file":382,"width":124,"height":124,"mime-type":113,"filesize":383,"source_url":384},"tmf_article_442-150x150.png",19354,"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F05\u002Ftmf_article_442-150x150.png",{"file":378,"width":118,"height":119,"mime-type":113,"filesize":379,"source_url":380},{"file":387,"width":130,"height":131,"mime-type":113,"filesize":388,"source_url":389},"tmf_article_442-1536x864.png",344411,"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F05\u002Ftmf_article_442-1536x864.png",{"file":391,"width":136,"height":137,"mime-type":113,"filesize":392,"source_url":393},"tmf_article_442-2048x1152.png",488494,"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F05\u002Ftmf_article_442-2048x1152.png",{"aperture":141,"credit":7,"camera":7,"caption":7,"created_timestamp":141,"copyright":7,"focal_length":141,"iso":141,"shutter_speed":141,"title":7,"orientation":141,"keywords":395},[],"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F05\u002Ftmf_article_442.png",{"subtitle":7,"key_takeaways":398,"cta_type":7,"cta_color":7,"related_books":15,"related_posts_footer":15,"related_posts":15},[399,401,403],{"title":400},"\u003Cp>Gyms are evolving to integrate services that are looking beyond near-future fitness and into longer-term benefits.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"title":402},"\u003Cp>The concept of longevity has gained traction in recent years, and gyms are tapping into this trend.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"title":404},"\u003Cp>In this article, by analysing real-life trends and examples, we consider the very possible ways that gyms could turn into the longevity centres of the future.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"yoast_wpseo_title":406,"yoast_wpseo_metadesc":7,"yoast_wpseo_canonical":344},"Gyms As Longevity Centres Of The Future - 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I’ve been tweaking my lifestyle decisions with a lot of data since the early 2010s. From smart sleep alarms, genetic tests and fitness trackers to portable ECGs and continuous blood glucose monitors, I’ve tried everything on the market to see what the patient and the physician from the future would go through while using advanced technologies.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>So when Ernő Duda, the CEO of \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedipredict.com\u002F\">MediPredict\u003C\u002Fa> reached out to offer me their full longevity and health prevention package, I couldn’t say no, even though it wasn’t an easy decision. I was grateful for the offer, but as a physician, I also knew that measuring everything doesn’t necessarily lead to better insights. We might find things I shouldn’t know about or things that might bother me mentally from now on, without any clinical implications.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Still, discussing it with my future self at the age of 60, I decided to go for it. I couldn’t pass on the opportunity and I wanted to see what a top-tier longevity package looks and feels like.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Plus, the package is worth over 20.000 EUR, so I simply couldn’t say no.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>What surprised me most was not the data itself, but how this experience reshaped my understanding of longevity, risk, and what it actually means to build a relationship with your future self.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>I thought the hardest part would be the tests. It wasn’t. What I didn’t expect was how emotionally demanding, psychologically complex, and philosophically revealing this journey would become. This journey taught me truths about longevity that no device or report had ever shown me before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cblockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n\u003Cp>Disclaimer: As always, The Medical Futurist is not affiliated with the company, the review is not sponsored, and it reflects my opinion. Companies\u002Fservice providers first read our reviews after publication.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>What does MediPredict really offer?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Based in Budapest, Medipredict has built a longevity-journey framework rooted in multi-omics diagnostics and comprehensive health screening. The company offers a broad portfolio of services, including full genome sequencing, microbiome metagenomics, metabolomics, extensive laboratory parameters and imaging diagnostics. They aim at capturing a deep snapshot of the body’s molecular, metabolic and anatomical state.\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedipredict.com\u002F\"> \u003C\u002Fa>The data are then integrated via algorithms and expert teams to deliver an individualized health profile that goes beyond typical preventive check-ups. They sort of predict the patient’s future health journey.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Once the data are collected and analysed, Medipredict provides a personalised report and health-coaching follow-up: the client is guided through results, understands the implications for lifestyle and risk, and receives recommendations tailored to their own biology and context.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>What kinds of tests did I have?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>I had an initial discussion with a medical professional to sort through my medical records, previous tests, health issues and results. Then, after weeks of preparation and logistics, I had over 30 tests throughout a 4-week-long period, and then four long consultations about the results. Brace yourself, the list of tests is long:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\u003Cli>Full genome sequencing (with special analyses such as cancer or cardiovascular diseases, based on my family history)\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Blood tests (over 300 markers, from hormones and vitamins to tumour markers and blood glucose tolerance test)\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Microbiome testing\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Abdominal ultrasound\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Body composition analysis (DEXA)\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Coronary CT angiography\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Cranial MR angiography\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Osteodensitometry\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Whole-body MRI\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Cardio ECG patch\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Exercise tolerance test\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Biological age test from blood\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Ophthalmology\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Resting ECG and during exercise\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Sleep test\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Diet diary\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Spirometry test\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Continuous glucose monitoring\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Semen analysis\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Physical Examinations: Dermatology, ENT, Gastroenterology, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Urology\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Gastro- and colonoscopy\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Toxin test\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"432\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002Fvlcsnap-2025-12-09-11h45m30s529-copy-768x432.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-59643\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002Fvlcsnap-2025-12-09-11h45m30s529-copy-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002Fvlcsnap-2025-12-09-11h45m30s529-copy-370x208.jpg 370w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002Fvlcsnap-2025-12-09-11h45m30s529-copy-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002Fvlcsnap-2025-12-09-11h45m30s529-copy.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Some obvious ones I didn’t have as I recently had them on my own screening schedule, such as neck\u002Fcarotid ultrasound, or low-dose chest CT.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>I had some brutal days with multiple tests but I chose to do it this way instead of doing one or two tests every day for a month. For example, on the first day, they took 25 tubes of blood samples, then I had the blood glucose tolerance test. After a quick breakfast, the next step was a full-body MRI, then a brain MRI at a different location, and finally, a fertility test at a fourth location. I’m not going to lie, these were emotionally and physically demanding days.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>In general, the whole month was like this and I did worry a lot about the potential results. It’s something (the FOFO, the fear of finding out) you have to pull through unless you are really used to it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Regarding the results, due to the national electronic medical record system in Hungary, I kept receiving the results before the company, and I knew more or less what they were going to find before the final consultations.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The \u003Cstrong>final consultations\u003C\u002Fstrong> took place in four sittings, a few weeks after my last test was done. The first one was about the medical findings so I could discuss every clinical conclusion with a physician. The second one was about genomics where a genetic counselor walked me through the variations, mutations and disease risks. The third one was dedicated to nutrition and nutrigenomics. And the last one was the integrated service, where I received complex recommendations about how I can keep on working on my health from now on.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>What did they find?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>As the company said, it would take a day or two to list every negative finding\u002Fresult and mention everything that is fine with my health, so I won’t do that either. What I share here is about 10% of all the results. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Full genome sequencing (out of a blood sample)\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Out of the 81 clinically important monogenic variants, they found nothing, good news! But, they found 3 variants that might be pathogenic, meaning those might cause a disease. One is called the DSP gene, which might lead to a rare heart condition; one in the Factor V gene that leads to a higher risk for thrombosis, and one called TNFRSF13B that might lead to an autoimmune condition. Also, I have a high genetic risk for obesity and Coeliac disease. They identified a list of 28 medications I would have adverse side effects for. The list includes antidepressants and cholesterol-lowering medications. Regarding the less clinical, but more lifestyle-related variants, I have a muscle type that is more prone to short bursts rather than long distance running; a risk for acne (I suffered a lot as a teenager), I can smell asparagus in my urine (due to an olfactory receptor mutation) and I have Misophonia, an extreme emotional reaction to certain everyday sounds such as eating or chewing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Blood tests (25 tubes of blood samples)\u003C\u002Fstrong>: A few markers out of the desired range that were surprising, such as Rheumatoid factor or ds-DNA. I’ll have them remeasured after 3 months. Blood markers also confirmed my thrombosis risk due to the Leiden factor mutation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002F2-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-59671\" style=\"width:309px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002F2-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002F2-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002F2.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Microbiome testing (fecal sample)\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Alpha diversity was 4,87, which is great and means I have a healthy, diverse microbiome. One kind of bacteria is missing from my microbiome, though, Akkermansia Muciniphila. I got food recommendations on how to boost its level. I also got a lot of other details about many things that don’t have a clinical or lifestyle consequence, so I won’t share them here.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Body composition analysis and Osteodensitometry\u003C\u002Fstrong> \u003Cstrong>(lying in a machine for 30 minutes)\u003C\u002Fstrong>: My bone density is excellent, but body fat is around 25% which is surprisingly bad. I’ll work on it with more running sessions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Coronary CT angiography (an hour-long procedure with some pain and discomfort)\u003C\u002Fstrong>: There was a really tiny coronary wall irregularity, which was not confirmed as a plaque. I plan to redo the test in 5 years.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Whole-body MRI (an hour-long procedure with loud noises in a closed tube, I counted my breathing for comfort, went to 720)\u003C\u002Fstrong>: They found a small cyst in my kidney, and some signs of degeneration in my spine (but I was told these were still minor, and it seems I take good care of myself).\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Cardio ECG patch + Exercise tolerance test (wore a chest patch for a day and used a bicycle for 15 minutes with high intensity while electrodes were on me)\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Minor issues, nothing had any clinical relevance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"843\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002Fecg-768x843.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-59673\" style=\"width:509px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002Fecg-768x843.png 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002Fecg.png 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Biological age test from blood (a few drops of blood samples)\u003C\u002Fstrong>: It was 36 while my real age is 41, I’m happy about it. However, it has no relevance to lifestyle or medical decisions. Just a fun fact I can tell people at dinner parties.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Diet diary (I wrote it for a week with as many details as possible)\u003C\u002Fstrong>: The nutritional recommendations focused less on restrictive rules and more on data-driven optimisation. The guidance emphasised stabilizing energy intake around ~3,100 kcal per day while reducing overall fat consumption and slightly lowering carbohydrates, with sustained attention to protein quality rather than quantity. Fibre intake and hydration were highlighted as areas to maintain or increase, particularly on training days. On a practical level, the plan favors foods that support microbiome diversity, glycaemic stability and recovery. For example, resistant starches (like green bananas, jasmine rice, potatoes), whole plant foods such as legumes, oats, chickpeas, nuts, and cruciferous vegetables, as well as fermented dairy alternatives and polyphenol-rich beverages including green and black tea. It recommends including omega-3s, vitamin D, creatine and magnesium in my diet. Conversely, the assessment advises limiting deep-fried foods, excessive fat intake (including ketogenic patterns), rye-based breads, rapid or high-volume alcohol intake, large single-dose protein loads, and heavily processed meats.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Oral glucose tolerance test (2 hours, 3 blood tests after taking a drink rich in sugar)\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Only my two-hour insulin level was a bit higher than anticipated, which might indicate a long-term risk for insulin tolerance that also runs in my family.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Dermatology (one-hour-long consultation)\u003C\u002Fstrong>: They checked all my skin lesions, and one was spotted for potential removal. As the chance of it becoming malignant is almost zero in a decade, I decided to keep on watching it instead of getting it removed now.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"432\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002Fvlcsnap-2025-12-09-11h47m50s213-copy-768x432.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-59647\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002Fvlcsnap-2025-12-09-11h47m50s213-copy-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002Fvlcsnap-2025-12-09-11h47m50s213-copy-370x208.jpg 370w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002Fvlcsnap-2025-12-09-11h47m50s213-copy-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002Fvlcsnap-2025-12-09-11h47m50s213-copy.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>ENT\u003C\u002Fstrong>: I have to do the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.youtube.com\u002Fshorts\u002FNJOX3Ic1CrY\">Valsalva maneuver\u003C\u002Fa> once a day for my entire life due to an ear observation. Everyone should do it by the way.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Internal Medicine\u003C\u002Fstrong>: My cholesterol level was high, so I started implementing changes in my diet (I have to avoid medications for the same purpose due to my genetic sensitivity to almost all of them). My thrombosis risk is confirmed and I took an injection before a recent long flight. I have to be hydrated properly all the time and avoid immobility for longer periods.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Toxin test (from urine test)\u003C\u002Fstrong>: The level of mercury was higher than usual (but not toxic), which might be due to the amount of seafood I eat as part of the Mediterranean diet. It’s impossible to do something properly in longevity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>A list of fully negative examinations and tests:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\u003Cli>Abdominal ultrasound\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Cranial MR angiography\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Ophthalmology\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Sleep test\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Spirometry test\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Continuous glucose monitoring\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Semen analysis\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Gastro- and colonoscopy, Gastroenterology\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Neurology, Urology\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"432\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002Fvlcsnap-2025-12-09-11h49m29s137-copy-768x432.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-59649\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002Fvlcsnap-2025-12-09-11h49m29s137-copy-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002Fvlcsnap-2025-12-09-11h49m29s137-copy-370x208.jpg 370w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002Fvlcsnap-2025-12-09-11h49m29s137-copy-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002Fvlcsnap-2025-12-09-11h49m29s137-copy.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>What’s next in my health journey?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The results of this longevity workup don’t point toward a single dramatic intervention but rather a set of long-term trajectories that now become clearer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The \u003Cstrong>pathogenic-leaning variants\u003C\u002Fstrong> in DSP, Factor V, and TNFRSF13B don’t demand medical action today, but they create three lifelong surveillance pathways: periodic cardiac imaging for arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathy risk, proactive thrombosis prevention (hydration, movement, flight precautions), and attention to early signs of autoimmune dysregulation. These aren’t diagnoses but probabilistic signals that transform uncertainty into informed vigilance, so I hope. The same is true for my elevated genetic risk for coeliac disease and obesity: neither manifests clinically, but both give shape to areas where lifestyle choices have disproportionately high leverage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>A second cluster of next steps arises from \u003Cstrong>borderline or mildly abnormal findings\u003C\u002Fstrong>: rechecking autoimmune markers (RF, ds-DNA) to confirm whether they were transient fluctuations; adjusting diet to improve LDL levels without statins (given pharmacogenomic constraints); lowering body fat percentage through structured endurance training; and monitoring insulin dynamics due to a family-linked tendency toward insulin resistance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Microbiome and nutrition data\u003C\u002Fstrong> shape a third pathway: supporting Akkermansia species in my microbiome, reducing total fat intake, and following a macronutrient structure with food types and a sample diet they have recommended. I already started doing many of them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Imaging and functional tests\u003C\u002Fstrong> form the final layer of future tasks: repeating coronary CT in five years to track the tiny wall irregularity; keeping an eye on a benign skin lesion; and maintaining spinal health through targeted mobility and strength training with yoga and manual therapy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The long list of normal tests is not just “nothing to see here.” I will keep on redoing them with a long-term schedule.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>In practical terms, my next steps are not extraordinary: improve nutrition, reduce body fat, continue endurance training, stay hydrated, avoid immobility, follow up on autoimmune markers, respect my thrombosis risk, and use my pharmacogenomic profile to avoid medications that would work poorly or cause harm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>But the difference is that these actions are now personalised by data across genomics, imaging, blood biomarkers, lifestyle patterns, and the microbiome.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>What was the service like, and what would I change in their service?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>In reflecting on my MediPredict longevity journey, there are a few aspects I’d suggest improving.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>First, the inclusion of a \u003Cstrong>psychologist \u003C\u002Fstrong>at the start would be invaluable. Even as a physician and longevity enthusiast, I found the process and waiting for results stressful. This would likely be even more challenging for non-medical participants.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Second, the \u003Cstrong>wearable devices\u003C\u002Fstrong> used for ECG, blood pressure, and sleep analysis were outdated and uncomfortable. Modern, more patient-friendly patches and devices exist that share data seamlessly with both patients and clinicians.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002F6-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-59675\" style=\"width:466px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002F6-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002F6-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002F6.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Sleep tracking and Holter blood pressure setting before going to bed.\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Third, a \u003Cstrong>dashboard \u003C\u002Fstrong>or progress bar would be immensely helpful. Knowing where I stood in the entire process and how many tests are left would have reduced uncertainty and made the experience smoother.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Fourth, \u003Cstrong>the lag between receiving raw results and having a meaningful clinical interpretation\u003C\u002Fstrong> took months. For non-physicians, this delay could be even more stressful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Fifth, \u003Cstrong>some tests felt less clinically useful\u003C\u002Fstrong> for immediate decision-making, like the metabolomics or biological age tests. They’re interesting, but not necessarily actionable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>And finally, \u003Cstrong>some key areas were missing\u003C\u002Fstrong> from this otherwise comprehensive journey: dentistry and oral health, mental health or cognitive baseline testing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>Final conclusions and learning points about longevity\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>First of all, I’m really grateful to MediPredict for giving me this opportunity of a lifetime. Everyone at the company and every physician they work with has been extremely professional, helpful and kind. One of them even told me that it’s heroic to go through all of these tests and examinations as a patient. I have to agree.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>In summary, I’ve learnt more about longevity and my own journey in it in 6 months than in the previous decades. I try to summarize all these conclusions and learning points below.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>1) Longevity requires a LOT of effort, time, privacy, and money.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Before this journey, I thought FOFO (the fear of finding out) was going to be the biggest challenge. But it turns out that they measure so many things and obtain so many data points, that even statistically it’s impossible not to find something.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The real question I had to ask myself is how far I want to go on this recommended, laid out longevity path. And this is the decision I have to make. Will I take every single suggestion and live my life like Bryan Johnson? Will I ditch those fact-based suggestions to live a bit more comfortably?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>I’ll do both. I’ve received about a hundred (!) recommendations and I think I will build about 70 into my life. On some days, it’s going to be 85, and on some other days, maybe 45. That sounds good enough to me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>2) Dealing with longevity comes with a LOT of health anxiety.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>It doesn’t matter how experienced you are. I’ve tested hundreds of genetic services and digital health devices before, and during these months, I was full of stress, waiting for the results.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The results and verdicts kept getting into my medical record system and I had to deal with more and more data and conclusions. However, this is like training a muscle. The more you do it, the better you handle it. By the time of the hundredth medical record, my anxiety started to get better.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Also, some findings are more about future risks that I don’t even see the signs of yet. Still, I have to deal with mitigating those risks and follow a screening schedule to keep it this way.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"432\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002Fvlcsnap-2025-12-09-11h45m14s605-copy-768x432.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-59645\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002Fvlcsnap-2025-12-09-11h45m14s605-copy-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002Fvlcsnap-2025-12-09-11h45m14s605-copy-370x208.jpg 370w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002Fvlcsnap-2025-12-09-11h45m14s605-copy-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002Fvlcsnap-2025-12-09-11h45m14s605-copy.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>3) New digital health devices can make the experience much better.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>There are new devices in ECG and blood pressure monitoring, among others, that are much more convenient for patients and might even provide the company with more meaningful data. Wearing a bulky Holter blood pressure monitor elt like being in the 1990s. Digital health is mature enough to provide a range of devices that could be clinically relevant and still allow patients to live their lives to the fullest during examinations.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Also, these are the devices (which we review on this channel all the time) that will help patients manage their longevity journeys with data.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>4) It’s better to start this journey while you have no major diseases.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>While lying in the very loud MRI machine in a closed space, I got some time to think and I thought it’s much better being in this unbearable machine for an hour now, compared to being in there trying to find out what causes a certain symptom.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Simply speaking, going through all of these while healthy is much easier than doing the same while trying to find out the cause of a disease. I know it’s a luxury to do so, but if you have the chance, please don’t wait for a symptom to prompt you to enter the healthcare ecosystem.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>We will become members of our medical teams long before a disease arises in our bodies. Imagine the kind of market it will create, though, from the need for healthcare navigators, screening services and additional tests focusing on prevention.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>5) I don’t see how its cost would go down significantly in the near future, so it might still be a privilege for the richest.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Decisions about preventive health shouldn’t resemble decisions about buying a car, yet this is where longevity packages inevitably land today. Choosing whether I can afford a gym membership or a routine screening is one thing; weighing the cost of an ultra-comprehensive longevity assessment is an entirely different category. The price of such a programme is comparable to purchasing a vehicle, which automatically restricts access to a very small fraction of society. As long as longevity care sits in the same price bracket as major consumer assets, it will remain a privilege rather than a scalable model for population health.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>However, no matter how many not-so-useful tests were included in the package, if you can afford such a thing, I’d say go for it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>6) The value of personalization and the burden of noise in data\u003C\u002Fstrong>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The real value of the package lies not only in the detection of pathology, but also in learning where not to worry. For example, many findings established baselines, which reduce future uncertainty. These baselines will be a form of psychological safety for me, as I begin my longevity journey. While it was inconvenient to prepare for a colonoscopy, expecting to have one every 5 years, I counted I would have 12 more of these in my lifetime. Hopefully, preparing for that while healthy every single time. It gives a long-term purpose to the whole thing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Also, comprehensive longevity screening inevitably produces incidental findings. Simply speaking, a lot of noise. The challenge becomes interpreting which ones matter. That’s why a whole team helped interpret the results and I also needed my own instinct and sense to sort through the mess of data.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>To give you an example: I talked to them about an anxiety-related symptom, for which, they checked a genetic package for possible causes of palpitation. They found a pathogenic variant that might never cause a disease, or might be the reason for my symptoms. Every year, I’ll mention it when having a cardiac ultrasound, but this “noise” will always be in my head, potentially causing me some more anxiety, while it might be such a minor finding that otherwise would have never come to the surface.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>7) Lifestyle is still the strongest longevity intervention\u003C\u002Fstrong>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Despite all this high-tech testing, the most impactful actions remain:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\u003Cli>movement\u002Fexercise\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>nutrition\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>sleep\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>stress management\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>social connectedness\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>avoiding harmful exposures\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>98% of the recommendations I have started to build into my lifestyle fall into these categories.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Deep diagnostics refine direction, but lifestyle remains the engine. I make hundreds of decisions every day and I guarantee you not all of them will support my longevity goals. But I’m also sure now more of these are in line with that after doing all these tests.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>8) Having a connection to your future self is crucial.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>I see myself boarding a spaceship to Mars at the age of 100 as a tourist, and not on a bed. Maybe an exoskeleton can be around me. It’s important to see yourself and have constant communication with your future selves.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Because so many of your daily decisions are intertemporal decisions, meaning that you do something today and will only enjoy the rewards later. I go to the gym today even though I have many things to do, because my 60-year-old self thanks and hugs me in my head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Start building that relationship today as it is going to be helping you along the way.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>9) Now I know what longevity is not!\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Longevity is not about achieving immortality. Longevity is not about chasing perfect numbers in your health or about eliminating all the medical risks in your life.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Instead, longevity is a helpful balancing concept. A journey of extending the healthy part of life, grounded in self-understanding, data and personalization.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Pursuing longevity is like learning how to play chess as an adult. You will make a LOT of mistakes along the way, but if you dedicate enough effort, you will gradually get better at it. It’s like a muscle you can build and the sooner you start, the higher chances you have of achieving that.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>10) AI plays a role in that journey!\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>As the results kept appearing in my electronic medical record, I naturally turned to generative AI tools to help me make sense of the volume and complexity of information before my final consultations.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>I didn’t use AI to diagnose or draw conclusions, but rather to structure what I was seeing, translate technical terminology, summarise long reports, and help me prepare more informed questions for the clinical team. It was essentially a way to turn an overwhelming stream of findings into something cognitively manageable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Even as a physician, navigating dozens of lab values, imaging reports, genomic variants and specialist notes is demanding; using AI as a companion to organise, clarify and contextualise the data made the whole experience less chaotic and helped me arrive at the consultations with clearer expectations and a calmer mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>And it did help. For example, when my toxin test came back, the company marked the mercury level in my blood as very high, while ChatGPT proved it with sources how that level is far from being toxic or having any clinical relevance. It explained that because this type of laboratory report recommends chelation or detox protocols for even minimal deviations,  these suggestions are business-driven, not medically indicated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>Final thoughts\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>In the end, this entire journey aligned with the core principle I’ve been writing and speaking about for years: that the future of our health is not a single path but a landscape of possibilities. So deep diagnostics didn’t show me one inevitable future, instead, they showed me the range of futures I can influence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>And longevity, as I now understand it firsthand, is about learning to navigate that landscape with better maps, clearer signposts, and a stronger relationship with the person I hope to become.\u003C\u002Fstrong> And that, more than any test result, is what makes the effort worthwhile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"rendered":465,"protected":15},"\u003Cp>Since the very dawn of the wearable revolution, I have been using apps, sensors and devices to live a healthy life. 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Long e-books about the topic often demand more time and attention than most professionals can afford. People want clarity and practical insights. They want to understand a topic deeply, but without wading through 100 pages to find what matters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>That is why we are launching a new era of short, executive-style e-books at The Medical Futurist\u003C\u002Fstrong>!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>These editions are designed to be concise, visual, data-driven, and immediately useful. Each one explores a single topic with the precision of a briefing document and the depth of a curated research synthesis. More charts, more infographics, more timelines, more practical takeaways.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cblockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Our goal is to help healthcare leaders, clinicians, technologists, and policymakers understand the future faster.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Our goal is to help healthcare leaders, clinicians, technologists, and policymakers understand the future faster.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"432\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002FThe-Evolution-of-Digital-Health-Devices-_-Cover-768x432.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-59605\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002FThe-Evolution-of-Digital-Health-Devices-_-Cover-768x432.png 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002FThe-Evolution-of-Digital-Health-Devices-_-Cover-370x208.png 370w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002FThe-Evolution-of-Digital-Health-Devices-_-Cover-1536x865.png 1536w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002FThe-Evolution-of-Digital-Health-Devices-_-Cover-2048x1153.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why the \u003Cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Evolution\u003C\u002Fspan> of Digital Health Devices?\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>If there is one domain that tells the entire story of the digital health transformation, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fleanpub.com\u002Ftheevolutionofdigitalhealthdevices\">it is the evolution of wearable and sensor technologies\u003C\u002Fa>. Wearables once belonged to niche hobbyists. Today, over a billion people use them, and their capabilities rival clinical tools:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\u003Cli>Wrist-worn ECGs detect atrial fibrillation\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Optical sensors estimate blood pressure\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Smart rings track HRV, sleep stages, stress and readiness\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Digital stethoscopes analyse heart and lung sounds with AI\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Glucose sensors unlock continuous metabolic data\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>By analysing how these devices evolved—from early prototypes to today’s AI-supported, medically relevant instruments, we can understand where the next breakthroughs will emerge. This is why The Evolution of Digital Health Devices is the perfect beginning for this new e-book series.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What You Will Find in the E-Book\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>This 25-page executive briefing provides a clear, structured overview of how six major categories of digital health devices evolved, and what their trajectories tell us about the future:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\u003Cli>Fitness trackers — from simple step counters to physiology monitors\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Blood pressure monitors — from mercury cuffs to PPG-based continuous sensing\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Portable ECGs — from 600-pound machines to wrist-based diagnostics\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Digital stethoscopes — from Laennec’s wooden tube to AI-enhanced auscultation\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Sleep trackers — from sleep labs to passive, multimodal home monitoring\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Smart rings — the stealth, 24\u002F7 wearable trend redefining health insights\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"432\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002FEvolution-of-digital-health-devices-768x432.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-59607\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002FEvolution-of-digital-health-devices-768x432.png 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002FEvolution-of-digital-health-devices-370x208.png 370w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002FEvolution-of-digital-health-devices.png 960w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>The e-book includes:\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\u003Cli>Infographics illustrating adoption and market shifts\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Data and statistics about health wearables worldwide\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Explanations of the underlying technologies\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Examples of clinically meaningful features\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Future directions informed by trends, research and AI development\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>The Medical Futurist Perspective summarising what comes next\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"432\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002FEvolution-of-digital-health-devices-1-768x432.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-59613\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002FEvolution-of-digital-health-devices-1-768x432.png 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002FEvolution-of-digital-health-devices-1-370x208.png 370w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F12\u002FEvolution-of-digital-health-devices-1.png 960w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Whether you are a healthcare leader, technologist, policymaker or simply someone passionate about the future of medicine, this e-book will give you a clear understanding of why device evolution matters and how these tools will reshape prevention, diagnostics, and clinical workflows in the coming decade.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fleanpub.com\u002Ftheevolutionofdigitalhealthdevices\">Check it out on Leanpub.com\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fstrong>!\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"rendered":579,"protected":15},"\u003Cp>Digital health is evolving faster than ever, yet the way we share and consume knowledge about it has not kept pace. 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- The Medical Futurist",{"self":635,"collection":640,"about":642,"author":644,"replies":646,"version-history":649,"predecessor-version":653,"wp:featuredmedia":657,"wp:attachment":660,"wp:term":663,"curies":674},[636],{"href":637,"targetHints":638},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fposts\u002F59603",{"allow":639},[28],[641],{"href":171},[643],{"href":174},[645],{"embeddable":42,"href":177},[647],{"embeddable":42,"href":648},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fcomments?post=59603",[650],{"count":651,"href":652},2,"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fposts\u002F59603\u002Frevisions",[654],{"id":655,"href":656},59619,"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fposts\u002F59603\u002Frevisions\u002F59619",[658],{"embeddable":42,"href":659},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fmedia\u002F59611",[661],{"href":662},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fmedia?parent=59603",[664,666,668,670,672],{"taxonomy":11,"embeddable":42,"href":665},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fcategories?post=59603",{"taxonomy":199,"embeddable":42,"href":667},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Ftags?post=59603",{"taxonomy":202,"embeddable":42,"href":669},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fproject_category?post=59603",{"taxonomy":205,"embeddable":42,"href":671},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fcontact_email_category?post=59603",{"taxonomy":208,"embeddable":42,"href":673},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fyst_prominent_words?post=59603",[675],{"name":40,"href":41,"templated":42},{"id":677,"date":678,"date_gmt":679,"guid":680,"modified":682,"modified_gmt":683,"slug":684,"status":53,"type":54,"link":685,"title":686,"content":688,"excerpt":690,"author":62,"featured_media":692,"comment_status":64,"ping_status":64,"sticky":42,"template":7,"format":65,"meta":693,"categories":694,"tags":696,"project_category":728,"contact_email_category":731,"yst_prominent_words":732,"class_list":735,"better_featured_image":771,"acf":805,"yoast_meta":821,"_links":824},23673,"2025-11-11T12:27:40","2025-11-11T11:27:40",{"rendered":681},"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002F?post_id=23673&_wpnonce=1b4ee9074e&status=auto-draft&type=post","2025-11-11T12:27:41","2025-11-11T11:27:41","10-outstanding-companies-for-womens-health","https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002F10-outstanding-companies-for-womens-health",{"rendered":687},"10 Outstanding Companies For Women’s Health",{"rendered":689,"protected":15},"\n\u003Cp>Women’s health technology or the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.mckinsey.com\u002Findustries\u002Fhealthcare\u002Four-insights\u002Fthe-dawn-of-the-femtech-revolution\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">so-called Femtech market\u003C\u002Fa> has been on the rise for the last couple of years. It started as technological solutions primarily for fertility and pregnancy; however, as more and more female founders took the stage,\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Funderfunding-research-of-female-health-leaves-huge-amounts-of-money-on-the-table\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> female health topics have reached much further\u003C\u002Fa>. These now include general women’s health issues just as sexual wellness, pregnancy and maternal care, disease management, menopause, pelvic health and even mental health-related problems. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>As Femtech is one of the key areas we expect to grow in 2023, we tried to collect companies on top of their game in the conventional fertility and\u002For pregnancy area. We also included startups and ventures who are looking way beyond that. Here’s our guide to 10 outstanding companies in women’s health.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>The women’s health market\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>As technology companies recognised that the area offers excellent potential, and women started to use digital health increasingly, or better say, “Femtech” products for female wellbeing, the culture around women’s health issues began to change. While the global Femtech market is\u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.prnewswire.com\u002Fnews-releases\u002Ffemtech-market-to-reach-usd-60-01-billion-by-2027--cagr-of-15-6-emergen-research-301130111.html\" target=\"_blank\"> expected to be worth\u003C\u002Fa> more than USD 108 billion by 2032, technology companies’ attitude towards women’s health is far from ideal. A growing number of female-led startups and female VCs are also expected to take the stage, but the segment is still very male-oriented; and tech solutions \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.forbes.com\u002Fsites\u002Ftomokoyokoi\u002F2021\u002F03\u002F08\u002Ffemtech-going-from-niche-to-mainstream-in-2021\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">reflect this dominance\u003C\u002Fa>. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>We discussed \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Ffemtech-womens-health\" target=\"_blank\">here\u003C\u002Fa> in detail how and why period tracker apps, smart scales or fitness wearables can fail women, especially pregnant women; and concluded that it needs to change. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The need for innovation in \u003Cstrong>women’s health\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Still, there’s a great need for innovation in the female health tech market. This market needs to become more female-led and more female-focused; and if it does so, it will also improve the lives of millions of women and even that of their communities. This wave will empower women in a way it never had before. It will also be (finally) assessed: a few years ago consulting firm Gallup teamed up with women’s tech company Hologic to create the \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fhologic.womenshealthindex.com\u002Fen\" target=\"_blank\">Global Women’s Health Index\u003C\u002Fa> – an initiative to track female reproductive health, domestic violence, preventive care, access to care and early disease detection. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>There are numerous \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fhealth-trackers-are-changing-the-experience-of-pregnancy\" target=\"_blank\">health sensors, wearables, and apps\u003C\u002Fa> that support pregnant women and their little ones on the journey towards birth and beyond. Technology changes pregnancy experience and being a parent in a meaningful way.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>In this article, we collected some of the most progressive women’s health companies out there, led by inspiring women and men and showing the way forward – so that technology will finally change into an environment that facilitates female entrepreneurship and addresses women’s issues in the right ways.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"432\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F04\u002FMeditáció-768x432.png\" alt=\"Need for innovation in women’s health\" class=\"wp-image-23675\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F04\u002FMeditáció-768x432.png 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F04\u002FMeditáció-370x208.png 370w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F04\u002FMeditáció-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F04\u002FMeditáció-2048x1152.png 2048w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F04\u002FMeditáció-512x288.png 512w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\u003Cbr>\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1) \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.naturalcycles.com\u002F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u003Cstrong>Natural Cycles\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Cstrong> – digital birth control\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>A large and growing group of women would prefer a non-invasive and non-hormonal way of contraception. However, “\u003Cem>very few methods are available for women in this space,\u003C\u002Fem>” said Anita Kraker von Schwarzenfeld, VP of Science and Communication at Natural Cycles to The Medical Futurist. She added that \u003Cem>“women are increasingly turning to digital technology to manage all aspects of their lives. They are therefore welcoming a contraceptive option that educates them about their fertility and unique cycles while also providing relevant information to help them avoid (or plan) pregnancy.”\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2023\u002F08\u002Fimage-768x512.png\" alt=\"Natural Cycles – digital birth control\" class=\"wp-image-51917\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2023\u002F08\u002Fimage-768x512.png 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2023\u002F08\u002Fimage.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The NC Birth Control app is CE-marked, and it was the first app to be cleared by the FDA for use as a contraceptive, based on \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.naturalcycles.com\u002Fen\u002Fhcp\u002Fresearch-and-publications\u002Fpublications-and-clinical-findings\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">clinical studies\u003C\u002Fa>. Although there was an \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bloomberg.com\u002Fnews\u002Ffeatures\u002F2019-04-01\u002Fbirth-control-app-natural-cycles-is-more-effective-than-the-pill\" target=\"_blank\">uptake in criticism\u003C\u002Fa> towards the method, the app has since been \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fappfinder.orcha.co.uk\u002Freview\u002F69721\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">reviewed by ORCHA\u003C\u002Fa>, an independent health app evaluation body, scoring 84 per cent. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The company has also introduced an FDA-cleared pregnancy planning app and launched a Bluetooth thermometer that easily pairs with its apps. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2) \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.avawomen.com\u002F\">\u003Cstrong>Ava Women\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Cstrong> – the fertility wearable \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The Zurich-based company developed the Ava tracker for women who want to know more about their bodies: observe their menstruation or ovulation cycles or follow their pregnancies. It is an FDA-registered and CE-certified device that measures skin temperature, resting pulse rate, breathing rate, heart rate variability ratio, perfusion, movement, bioimpedance, heat loss, and sleep. Via logging symptoms and data, users can identify changes that may indicate potential health issues. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>At the same time, they can also get a clearer picture and a more accurate prediction of when they are likely to be most fertile – no matter whether they try to get pregnant or avoid that situation. The Medical Futurist tested it \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fthe-ava-fertility-tracker-review\" target=\"_blank\">here\u003C\u002Fa> and had an overall positive experience. It was not easy to incorporate the device into the daily going-to-bed routine, but the wearable worked as promised after the learning period.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"322\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2023\u002F08\u002Fimage-1-768x322.png\" alt=\"Ava Women – the fertility wearable \" class=\"wp-image-51923\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2023\u002F08\u002Fimage-1-768x322.png 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2023\u002F08\u002Fimage-1.png 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3) \u003Cstrong>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.miracare.com\u002F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Miracare\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fstrong> – fast and furious\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Navigating fertility is a complex task. Whether it’s about avoiding pregnancy or intending to conceive, women prefer to get support in this field. Miracare’s clinically proven fertility and ovulation tracker provides speedy results for the hormones it tests and has a perfect digital health tool with it: an automatic bluetooth sync of the hormone data to the Mira App. The app is a smart health-tracking platform that provides specific fertility hormone concentration levels and uses AI to follow and predict changing hormone patterns.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2023\u002F08\u002Fimage-2-768x768.png\" alt=\"Miracare\" class=\"wp-image-51925\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2023\u002F08\u002Fimage-2-768x768.png 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2023\u002F08\u002Fimage-2-150x150.png 150w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2023\u002F08\u002Fimage-2.png 888w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The company launched a new personalised ovulation monitoring system measuring Luteinizing Hormone (LH), Estrogen (E3G), PdG and FSH test wands. They later added other functionalities, and have a test kit to identify if you are approaching perimenopause or a male test kit to assess sperm quality. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>We believe it’s a great digital tool and agree with Sylvia Kang, co-founder and CEO of Mira, who \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.mobihealthnews.com\u002Fnews\u002Fdigital-health-formulary-adds-new-programs-its-lineup-butterfly-announces-next-gen-device-and\" target=\"_blank\">pressed that\u003C\u002Fa> “\u003Cem>the hormone regularity, profile and trend are strongly related to a woman’s health in general.\u003C\u002Fem>”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4) \u003Ca href=\"http:\u002F\u002Fbonzun.com\u002F\">\u003Cstrong>Bonzun\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Cstrong> – virtual midwife from Sweden\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Bonnie Roupé developed pre-eclampsia when she was pregnant with her second child. She didn’t understand the symptoms but was eager to know more. Thus, after her pregnancy, she\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.businessinsider.com\u002Fbonzun-app-tech-virtual-midwife-myths-misconceptions-pregnancy-2019-4?fbclid=IwAR0HjCWve7-J2yz2OpEOQyqDI5TH7cr0kXVZRP56wxFQB7IWB0o6vh_O2T4&utm_source=The+Medical+Futurist+Newsletter&utm_campaign=ba6946e076-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_04_04&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_efd6a3cd08-ba6946e076-232427269\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> developed an app\u003C\u002Fa> that would inform pregnant women of potential health problems they could experience.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"294\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F04\u002FBonzun-App-768x294.jpg\" alt=\"Bonzun – virtual midwife\" class=\"wp-image-23679\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F04\u002FBonzun-App-768x294.jpg 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F04\u002FBonzun-App-512x196.jpg 512w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F04\u002FBonzun-App.jpg 1088w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Bonzun, founded in 2012, first launched an app that works as a virtual midwife, supplying users with information about how their baby is growing and what the changes in their body mean. The app was downloaded over two million times in 130 countries. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The company later added another two apps to its portfolio: Bonzun Evolve is designed to help users cope with work-related stress through methods of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, while their IVF app offers guidance and support for IVF, ICSI or FET treatments. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5) \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.mavenclinic.com\u002Ffor-individuals\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u003Cstrong>Maven\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Cstrong> – healthcare designed for women \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The most attractive feature of a health service designed to assist women during and after their pregnancy is the holistic approach. The New York-based Maven offers traditional medical specialities for women to choose from and employs back-to-work or sleep coaches, relationship consultants, or mental health therapists. They had been doing \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.benefitnews.com\u002Fnews\u002Fmaven-is-leading-the-way-in-womens-and-family-telehealth\" target=\"_blank\">telemedicine\u003C\u002Fa> long before COVID-19 forced clinics to do so, and their market advantage gave the company an edge it is happy to use.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The Maven Clinic offers video appointments and private messaging with a widespread family and women’s health practitioner network. It provides services from family planning and pregnancy through postpartum to surrogacy or career coaching. Quite a gap-filler.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6) \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fhera-med.com\u002F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u003Cstrong>HeraMED\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Cstrong> – listening to babies’ heart sounds\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Israel-based HeraMED has been offering various products since 2011, promising peace of mind for expecting mothers and their families, for example, by monitoring fetal heart rate. The pocket-sized, dumpling-like HeraBEAT sensor can measure the unborn baby’s heart rate and pulse, which could spare anxious and worried parents unnecessary hospital visits in cases when the mother doesn’t feel the child being “awake.” We tested the health sensor \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fherabeat-fetal-heart-monitor-review\" target=\"_blank\">here\u003C\u002Fa> and found that it’s an uplifting experience to measure a baby’s heart rate at home, although back then there was some room for improvement when it came to user education.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"420\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F03\u002Fטלפונים-768x420.png\" alt=\"women’s health: listening to babies’ heart sounds\" class=\"wp-image-33729\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F03\u002Fטלפונים-768x420.png 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F03\u002Fטלפונים-1536x840.png 1536w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F03\u002Fטלפונים.png 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>By now, the company has developed a comprehensive remote maternity care platform called HeraCARE. With it, providers can manage patient activity remotely through a dashboard, while patients complete assigned tasks from their personalised care plan via a mobile app and a kit of connected devices.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7) \u003Cstrong>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Flactapp.es\u002F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">LactApp\u003C\u002Fa> – the guardian of smart breastfeeding\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Another stage in motherhood widely covered by digital health technologies is the period of breastfeeding. Many companies aim to help struggling mothers, but Spanish LactApp stands out with its approach. It provides a rich resource of information about lactation and maternity. The app helps mothers through the first couple of months with a baby. Since its 2017 launch, they have attended to more than 19 million queries. The app is so successful that almost a quarter of new Spanish moms use it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The app contains an automatic symptom checker with over 76,000 paths that lead to 2,500 unique responses, plus an in-app chat that answers new mothers’ questions. This chat is currently monitored and answered by LactApp’s in-house lactation consultants and maternity experts. All features are available in English and Spanish. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F03\u002FhomeUK-2-768x512.png\" alt=\"LactApp – the guardian of smart breastfeeding\" class=\"wp-image-33737\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F03\u002FhomeUK-2-768x512.png 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F03\u002FhomeUK-2.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>What’s more, the company developed a second app, helping medical personnel with lactation advice. \u003Cstrong>\u003Cem>LactApp Medical\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fstrong> is free to download for professionals, and has free or Premium modes, with unlimited access to second opinions on their cases, weekly training and other features.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Their latest venture, LactApp Clinic provides online consultancy in the realms of lactation and psychology and offers online workshops in a wide range of topics. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8) \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.elvie.com\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">\u003Cstrong>Elvie\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fa> – pelvic floor trainer and breast pumping empire\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmy.clevelandclinic.org\u002Fhealth\u002Fdiseases\u002F14459-pelvic-floor-dysfunction#:~:text=Pelvic%20floor%20dysfunction%20is%20the,a%20frequent%20need%20to%20pee.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pelvic floor dysfunction\u003C\u002Fa> is one of the most overlooked female health issues, and it can severely impact the patient’s quality of life. \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.uchicagomedicine.org\u002Fconditions-services\u002Fpelvic-health\u002Fpelvic-floor-disorders\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">According to\u003C\u002Fa> the National Institute of Health, 27 per cent of women between 40 to 59, and 37 per cent of women ages 60 to 79 experience some kind of pelvic floor dysfunction. Coming to the rescue, pelvic floor trainers can help strengthen vaginal muscles and help ease the symptoms. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>UK-based Elvie is leading the segment, developing solutions for women since 2013. Beyond creating a product range of wireless and hands-free breast pumps that seriously changed the market, the company developed a Kegel trainer that uses biofeedback technology to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles via fun, five-minute workouts. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"733\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2023\u002F08\u002Fimage-3-768x733.png\" alt=\"women’s health: pelvic floor trainer\" class=\"wp-image-51931\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2023\u002F08\u002Fimage-3-768x733.png 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2023\u002F08\u002Fimage-3.png 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Keeping these muscles strong gives control over the bladder and bowel, and it can avert urine leakage or incontinence. The issue remains largely uncovered by meaningful (technological) solutions. Elvie offers a preventive tool – although proper pelvic floor education is missing from the concept, and we hope Elvie will step up on that in the future. Nevertheless, the market believes in the concept: in 2019, founder \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.femalefrontiers.co.uk\u002Ffinalists\u002Ftania-boler\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">Tania Boler\u003C\u002Fa> raised $42 million for Elvie – the largest sum made in femtech up to that date.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9) \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fgennev.com\u002F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u003Cstrong>Gennev\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Cstrong> – menopause with respect and technology\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The demand is on the rise for digital health solutions for menopause. By 2025, 1.1 billion women are expected to be \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fnews.crunchbase.com\u002Fnews\u002Fmenopause-startups-vc-funding\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">postmenopausal\u003C\u002Fa>. One of the unique online solutions is created by a Seattle-based company called Gennev, an online clinic for menopausal issues. It increases access to information, health providers and community for women seeking relief for hormone-driven symptoms like hot flashes, insomnia, anxiety, and libido loss. And although the company is very much focused on its own product line, they do a great job of breaking the taboo around menopause. In 2020 the company released a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fhealth.gennev.com\u002Fmenopause-journey-map\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Menopause Journey Map\u003C\u002Fa> to support women in managing their symptoms.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Every woman goes through menopause in her life, and this phase can last up to 10 years. Until recently, only a handful of companies have dealt with female midlife issues as our culture has always preferred to celebrate the young investors, who didn’t see “big money” in female issues, and developers (mainly men) have adopted this mindset. \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fnews.crunchbase.com\u002Fnews\u002Fmenopause-startups-vc-funding\u002F\">Not \u003C\u002Fa>\u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fnews.crunchbase.com\u002Fnews\u002Fmenopause-startups-vc-funding\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">anymore\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fnews.crunchbase.com\u002Fnews\u002Fmenopause-startups-vc-funding\u002F\">.\u003C\u002Fa> However, there is still a long way to go, a \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.ucl.ac.uk\u002Fnews\u002F2023\u002Fapr\u002Fnine-ten-women-were-never-educated-about-menopause\" target=\"_blank\">recent study found \u003C\u002Fa>that 9 out of 10 postmenopausal women were never taught about menopause. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10) \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fpremier.pregnascan.eu\u002Fen\u002F\">Pregnascan\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Cstrong> – at-home monitoring\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>For worrying moms-to-be, the first pregnancy is a pretty stressful period with all its beauty and challenges. At-home monitoring can ease this stress, especially when the patients can directly send daily measurements to the doctor’s office. Pregnascan aims to help pregnant women monitor their conditions as well as diagnose potentially malignant conditions. As early recognition of such conditions can help doctors to intervene on time, the company’s remote care support is key to their concept.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The Pregnascan system is suitable for regular measurement and recording of heart rate, arterial oxygen saturation (SpO2), pulse wave analysis measured by a smart pulse oximeter that connects with the user’s smartphone. It also logs blood pressure, weight and any other events and links all data in the cloud. An algorithm analyses the results and connects to the doctor—a real 21st-century solution for healthier babies and happier mothers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"432\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F06\u002F179_tmf-01-768x432.png\" alt=\"women’s health companies\" class=\"wp-image-28791\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F06\u002F179_tmf-01-768x432.png 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F06\u002F179_tmf-01-370x208.png 370w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F06\u002F179_tmf-01-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F06\u002F179_tmf-01.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Chr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\u002F>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">These are the top women’s health companies\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>These companies only represent the tip of the iceberg. The number of new femtech start-ups is multiplying quickly – and there seems to be more and more space for companies going beyond the traditional issues of fertility or pregnancy. Although the number of teams dealing with menopause, cancer detection, teenage health issues or bladder control is relatively low, we hope investors will see the opportunity there soon. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>As it is still painful for us to see digital health technology failing those in need, here’s a wake-up call: Femtech investors, women’s health advocates, and fitness wearable manufacturers step forward and create solutions for the entire spectrum of wonderful women out there. Because the future is female, too.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cdiv style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\">\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n\n\n\u003Ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #eee; border-top: 4px solid #444;\" cellpadding=\"10px\">\n\u003Ctbody>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd style=\"width: 100%;\">\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>At The Medical Futurist, we are building a community for making a bold vision about the future of healthcare reality today.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ciframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.youtube.com\u002Fembed\u002FFIbMejImnxs\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\">\u003C\u002Fiframe>\n\u003Cp>If you’d like to support this mission, we invite you to \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.patreon.com\u002Fthemedicalfuturist\">join The Medical Futurist Patreon Community\u003C\u002Fa>. A community of empowered patients, future-oriented healthcare professionals, concerned health policymakers, sensible health tech developers, and enthusiastic medical students. If there were ever a time to join us, it is now. Every contribution, however big or small, powers our research and sustains our future.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.patreon.com\u002Fthemedicalfuturist\">\u003Cstrong style=\"background-color: #e71d3299; color: #000;\">Click here to support The Medical Futurist from as little as $3\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fa> – it only takes a minute. Thank you.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003C\u002Ftbody>\n\u003C\u002Ftable>\n\u003Cp> \u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"rendered":691,"protected":15},"\u003Cp>The women’s health technology or so-called femtech market has been on the rise for the last couple of years, but if gained traction just recently. 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It now addresses a wide array of women’s health issues including sexual wellness, disease management, menopause, pelvic health, and mental health.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"title":818},"\u003Cp>Despite this growth, there’s still a need for more female-led innovation in this sector to address the diverse needs of women better. The Femtech market is expected to be worth more than USD 108 billion by 2032, indicating its immense potential.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"title":820},"\u003Cp>Although there has been significant growth and innovation in the Femtech sector, there’s still a lot more to be done. Areas like menopause, cancer detection, teenage health issues, or bladder control need more attention.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"yoast_wpseo_title":822,"yoast_wpseo_metadesc":823,"yoast_wpseo_canonical":685},"Women's Health: These Are The Top 10 Women’s Health Companies","The women’s health technology or femtech market has been on the rise for the last couple of years, and here we show the top 10 women’s health companies",{"self":825,"collection":830,"about":832,"author":834,"replies":836,"version-history":839,"predecessor-version":843,"wp:featuredmedia":847,"wp:attachment":850,"wp:term":853,"curies":864},[826],{"href":827,"targetHints":828},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fposts\u002F23673",{"allow":829},[28],[831],{"href":171},[833],{"href":174},[835],{"embeddable":42,"href":177},[837],{"embeddable":42,"href":838},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fcomments?post=23673",[840],{"count":841,"href":842},33,"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fposts\u002F23673\u002Frevisions",[844],{"id":845,"href":846},59485,"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fposts\u002F23673\u002Frevisions\u002F59485",[848],{"embeddable":42,"href":849},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fmedia\u002F23685",[851],{"href":852},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fmedia?parent=23673",[854,856,858,860,862],{"taxonomy":11,"embeddable":42,"href":855},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fcategories?post=23673",{"taxonomy":199,"embeddable":42,"href":857},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Ftags?post=23673",{"taxonomy":202,"embeddable":42,"href":859},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fproject_category?post=23673",{"taxonomy":205,"embeddable":42,"href":861},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fcontact_email_category?post=23673",{"taxonomy":208,"embeddable":42,"href":863},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fyst_prominent_words?post=23673",[865],{"name":40,"href":41,"templated":42},{"id":867,"date":868,"date_gmt":869,"guid":870,"modified":872,"modified_gmt":873,"slug":874,"status":53,"type":54,"link":875,"title":876,"content":878,"excerpt":880,"author":62,"featured_media":228,"comment_status":64,"ping_status":64,"sticky":42,"template":7,"format":65,"meta":882,"categories":883,"tags":884,"project_category":885,"contact_email_category":886,"yst_prominent_words":887,"class_list":893,"better_featured_image":895,"acf":905,"yoast_meta":913,"_links":915},59453,"2025-11-04T13:16:12","2025-11-04T12:16:12",{"rendered":871},"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002F?post_id=59453&_wpnonce=880252f03a&status=auto-draft&type=post","2025-11-04T13:16:18","2025-11-04T12:16:18","how-to-work-on-your-longevity-three-levels-of-personal-engagement","https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fhow-to-work-on-your-longevity-three-levels-of-personal-engagement",{"rendered":877},"How to Work on Your Longevity — Three Levels of Personal Engagement",{"rendered":879,"protected":15},"\n\u003Cp>In just a few years, longevity has evolved from a fringe topic whispered among Silicon Valley biohackers into a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Ftop-10-healthcare-technology-trends-to-watch-in-2025\">mainstream movement\u003C\u002Fa> that reshapes how we think about health and medicine. What once sounded like science fiction (reversing biological age, reprogramming cells, or extending life expectancy through AI-driven insights) is now an \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fgyms-as-longevity-centres-of-the-future\">emerging industry\u003C\u002Fa> with clinics, startups, and research programs around the world.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Tech entrepreneurs, athletes, and everyday people are now asking the same question: \u003Cem>How long and how well can I live?\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>The conversation has shifted from treating diseases to preventing them long before they appear. From waiting for a miracle drug that might reverse ageing to adopting data-driven lifestyle habits now. Health has become a lifelong project, measured in biomarkers, sleep cycles, and continuous sensor data.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"432\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F02\u002FIMG_0050-768x432.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58469\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F02\u002FIMG_0050-768x432.png 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F02\u002FIMG_0050-370x208.png 370w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F02\u002FIMG_0050-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F02\u002FIMG_0050-2048x1152.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>This growing fascination with longevity is both exciting and confusing. There are endless options from full-body scans and multi-omic testing to wearable trackers and personalized nutrition plans. But how do you decide where to begin? Do you outsource the process to professionals or take full control yourself?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>These are the questions I received at a recent event after my keynote from an individual who was ready to dive in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>To help navigate this landscape, I like to think of \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Flongevity-is-the-future-if-we-tackle-digital-health-first\">longevity \u003C\u002Fa>in three levels, from highly managed and expensive experiences to self-directed, data-driven approaches that empower you to learn about your own body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>Level 1: The Full-Package Longevity Experience\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>This first level represents the top tier of convenience and cost. Longevity clinics and specialized companies offer comprehensive programs that handle every step for you. They might organize advanced diagnostic tests, biological age analysis, and consultations with multiple specialists. You will receive an impressive summary of your current state and actionable recommendations for lifestyle adjustments or medical interventions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Such programs can cost tens of thousands of euros or dollars. They are designed for those who want a complete service without having to navigate the complexity themselves. Yet while they deliver valuable results, they often provide a limited understanding of how your body actually works. You gain advice but lose the opportunity to build a meaningful connection with your own health data.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>Level 2: The Guided Health Navigator\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The second level involves working with a medical concierge service that helps you identify which areas of your health to focus on. This approach is less expensive and more tailored to your specific concerns, such as cardiovascular risk, metabolic health, or cognitive performance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>You will still receive expert guidance, but you are responsible for scheduling tests, collecting data, and engaging with the process. By the end, you will not only have results but also a clearer picture of how different aspects of your health connect. This level is ideal for those who want structure and expertise but also wish to participate in shaping their own health journey.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"432\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F05\u002Ftmf_article_442-768x432.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58803\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F05\u002Ftmf_article_442-768x432.png 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F05\u002Ftmf_article_442-370x208.png 370w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F05\u002Ftmf_article_442-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F05\u002Ftmf_article_442-2048x1152.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>Level 3: The Self-Driven Longevity Explorer\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>At the third level, you become the protagonist of your own longevity story. You start small by tracking your sleep quality, daily activity, heart rate variability, or blood glucose, and gradually build a deep understanding of your body through data.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>It is slower and more challenging than handing the work to professionals, but it is also the most educational and empowering approach. The key is to find a primary care physician who understands digital health technologies and can help you interpret your data. Together, you can make continuous, evidence-based adjustments that truly support your long-term well-being.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>This level is not about collecting every possible data point, but about learning to ask better questions about your own health. Over time, this curiosity turns into wisdom: the kind that no clinic or service can sell.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>Your Future Health, Your Choice\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>All three levels can enhance your longevity, yet the difference lies in how deeply you wish to engage with your own health. Some prefer to rely on expert systems to manage the complexity. Others want to explore, measure, and understand themselves through data.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>In the age of digital health, longevity is no longer a luxury reserved for the wealthy or the scientifically curious. It has become a personal responsibility and an opportunity to actively shape how long, and how well, we live.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>So, which level of longevity engagement will you choose?\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"rendered":881,"protected":15},"\u003Cp>In just a few years, longevity has evolved from a fringe topic whispered among Silicon Valley biohackers into a mainstream movement that reshapes how we […]\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"_acf_changed":15,"footnotes":7},[5,231],[],[],[],[79,81,249,888,889,890,891,248,892],3271,3615,3901,4777,5677,[894,54,88,89,90,91,92,94,253],"post-59453",{"id":228,"alt_text":7,"caption":7,"description":7,"media_type":102,"media_details":896,"post":281,"source_url":282},{"width":257,"height":258,"file":259,"filesize":260,"sizes":897,"image_meta":903},{"medium":898,"large":899,"thumbnail":900,"medium_large":901,"1536x1536":902},{"file":263,"width":111,"height":112,"mime-type":113,"filesize":264,"source_url":265},{"file":267,"width":118,"height":119,"mime-type":113,"filesize":268,"source_url":269},{"file":271,"width":124,"height":124,"mime-type":113,"filesize":272,"source_url":273},{"file":267,"width":118,"height":119,"mime-type":113,"filesize":268,"source_url":269},{"file":276,"width":130,"height":131,"mime-type":113,"filesize":277,"source_url":278},{"aperture":141,"credit":7,"camera":7,"caption":7,"created_timestamp":141,"copyright":7,"focal_length":141,"iso":141,"shutter_speed":141,"title":7,"orientation":141,"keywords":904},[],{"cta_type":7,"cta_color":7,"subtitle":7,"key_takeaways":906,"related_books":15,"related_posts_footer":15,"related_posts":15},[907,909,911],{"title":908},"\u003Cp>Tech entrepreneurs, athletes, and everyday people are now asking the same question: How long and how well can I live?\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"title":910},"\u003Cp>To help navigate this landscape, I like to think of longevity in three levels, from highly managed and expensive experiences to self-directed, data-driven approaches that empower you to learn about your own body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"title":912},"\u003Cp>So, which level of longevity engagement will you choose?\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"yoast_wpseo_title":914,"yoast_wpseo_metadesc":7,"yoast_wpseo_canonical":875},"How to Work on Your Longevity — Three Levels of Personal Engagement - The Medical Futurist",{"self":916,"collection":921,"about":923,"author":925,"replies":927,"version-history":930,"predecessor-version":934,"wp:featuredmedia":938,"wp:attachment":940,"wp:term":943,"curies":954},[917],{"href":918,"targetHints":919},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fposts\u002F59453",{"allow":920},[28],[922],{"href":171},[924],{"href":174},[926],{"embeddable":42,"href":177},[928],{"embeddable":42,"href":929},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fcomments?post=59453",[931],{"count":932,"href":933},1,"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fposts\u002F59453\u002Frevisions",[935],{"id":936,"href":937},59455,"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fposts\u002F59453\u002Frevisions\u002F59455",[939],{"embeddable":42,"href":318},[941],{"href":942},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fmedia?parent=59453",[944,946,948,950,952],{"taxonomy":11,"embeddable":42,"href":945},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fcategories?post=59453",{"taxonomy":199,"embeddable":42,"href":947},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Ftags?post=59453",{"taxonomy":202,"embeddable":42,"href":949},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fproject_category?post=59453",{"taxonomy":205,"embeddable":42,"href":951},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fcontact_email_category?post=59453",{"taxonomy":208,"embeddable":42,"href":953},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fyst_prominent_words?post=59453",[955],{"name":40,"href":41,"templated":42},{"id":957,"date":958,"date_gmt":959,"guid":960,"modified":962,"modified_gmt":963,"slug":964,"status":53,"type":54,"link":965,"title":966,"content":968,"excerpt":970,"author":62,"featured_media":972,"comment_status":64,"ping_status":64,"sticky":42,"template":7,"format":65,"meta":973,"categories":974,"tags":975,"project_category":976,"contact_email_category":977,"yst_prominent_words":978,"class_list":981,"better_featured_image":983,"acf":1014,"yoast_meta":1020,"_links":1022},59051,"2025-09-09T09:26:46","2025-09-09T07:26:46",{"rendered":961},"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002F?post_id=59051&_wpnonce=09770ad972&status=auto-draft&type=post","2025-09-09T09:26:48","2025-09-09T07:26:48","the-health-sensor-that-gave-me-the-most-practical-insights","https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fthe-health-sensor-that-gave-me-the-most-practical-insights",{"rendered":967},"The Health Sensor That Gave Me the Most Practical Insights",{"rendered":969,"protected":15},"\n\u003Cp>I’ve been testing and reviewing wearables and health sensors as The Medical Futurist for over a decade. I’ve tried literally everything that is on the market and even some that are not. I use a sleep tracker and a smartwatch every day and have quite an experience of analyzing the data obtained by these devices.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>So it doesn’t happen often that I come across a technology or service that adds to the things I already do for my health. But \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ffusionvital.hu\u002F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fusion Vital\u003C\u002Fa> was one of them. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Before I even start\u003C\u002Fstrong>: As \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fhow-do-we-review-technologies\u002F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">always\u003C\u002Fa>, I do not accept sponsorship for these reviews, I just ask for a device to test.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F09\u002FZZA9142-768x512.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-59055\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F09\u002FZZA9142-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F09\u002FZZA9142.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why heart rate variation?\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Fusion Vital uses the \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.firstbeat.com\u002Fen\u002Ffirstbeat-life\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">Firstbeat Life \u003C\u002Fa>sensor, a clinically validated device that measures heart rate variability (HRV), stress, recovery, and physical activity, to provide individuals and organizations with a science-based snapshot of health and resilience. By analyzing the continuous physiological data collected by the sensor, Fusion Vital translates raw biometrics into actionable insights on stress load, recovery quality, sleep, and overall well-being. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>This allows users, usually corporate teams and athletes, to understand how their daily routines, work patterns, and lifestyle choices affect long-term health, enabling personalized strategies for performance optimization and disease prevention.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>HRV means the tiny fluctuations in the time intervals between consecutive heartbeats. These variations reflect the balance between the sympathetic (“fight-or-flight”) and parasympathetic (“rest-and-digest”) branches of the autonomic nervous system. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>By continuously monitoring HRV along with heart rate, respiration rate, and movement, the sensor can distinguish between periods of stress, recovery, physical activity, and sleep. Advanced algorithms then interpret these signals to reveal how the body responds to daily demands, offering an objective view of physiological load and resilience.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The process\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The measurement itself is simple and non-invasive: you attach two small disposable electrodes to your upper body. One just below the right collarbone and the other on the left side of the lower rib cage. The lightweight Firstbeat Life sensor then clips onto the electrodes. You have to wear this for 3-5 days. You can detach the sensor while having a shower, but the company sends a lot of disposable electrode patches. After 5 days, I had a bit of a rash under the electrodes’ locations, but nothing serious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"912\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F09\u002Foverall-768x912.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-59063\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F09\u002Foverall-768x912.jpg 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F09\u002Foverall.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What do the results look like?\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Here is a standard graph of one of the 5 days when I wore the device. Basically, red represents stress response, while green stands for recovery. The higher the graph, the bigger the response is. It’s OK if a work day seems red, if you can recover from it well enough during rest periods and sleep.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"904\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F09\u002Fwork-stress-768x904.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-59057\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F09\u002Fwork-stress-768x904.jpg 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F09\u002Fwork-stress.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Now the catch\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>While I have experience with analyzing data from my wearables, HRV is different. So the most useful part of the service was having a one-hour consultation with an expert. I’ve learnt a lot of things, including new insights about my lifestyle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\u003Cli>After just one day of measurement, the system created a personal benchmark against my baseline.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Regarding exercise, consistency is more important than intensity: about 30 minutes of daily moderate activity is enough, even without a full workout or run scheduled for the day. I exercise about 3-5 times a week (running, gym, football and yoga). But I need to insert a quick moderate session on the rest days too.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Sleep quality was excellent and restorative, but late-night exercise or alcohol could reduce recovery.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>The half hour before bedtime, usually spent reading, works as a “valve” for relaxation and winding down.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>A high HRV indicated strong activation of the parasympathetic nervous system, supporting recovery. But the higher your resting heart rate is, the harder it is for HRV to go high too.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Spending a few minutes outdoors in the morning before starting to work can further boost recovery and readiness.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Recharge happens not only during rest but also at work, with frequent flow experiences while focusing on tasks.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Playing video games is fine, but it carries a “stress cost”; it should be balanced with decompressing activities like cooking, gardening, or physical movement.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>While workdays are demanding, switching focus between tasks was shown to provide micro-recovery opportunities.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Some examples\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1248\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F09\u002Fsleep-768x1248.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-59059\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F09\u002Fsleep-768x1248.jpg 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F09\u002Fsleep-945x1536.jpg 945w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F09\u002Fsleep.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">An example for a restorative night.\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"737\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F09\u002Falcohol-768x737.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-59061\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F09\u002Falcohol-768x737.jpg 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2025\u002F09\u002Falcohol.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">This is how alcohol ruins sleep. HRV cannot go high until the resting heart rate goes down.\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusions\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>One sensor won’t revolutionize your healthy lifestyle journey, and you have to wear the electrodes for days, which might be a no-go for many, but the overall experience I had was excellent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>I learnt new insights about my lifestyle that I already extensively measure, and got tips I could start using from the next day.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>I plan to do measurements once a year to see how my stress recovery changes. \u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"rendered":971,"protected":15},"\u003Cp>It doesn’t happen often that I come across a technology or service that adds to the things I already do for my health. 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But Fusion Vital was one of them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"title":1019},"\u003Cp>One sensor won’t revolutionize your healthy lifestyle journey, and you have to wear the electrodes for days, which might be a no-go for many, but the overall experience I had was excellent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"yoast_wpseo_title":1021,"yoast_wpseo_metadesc":7,"yoast_wpseo_canonical":965},"The Health Sensor That Gave Me the Most Practical Insights - The Medical Futurist",{"self":1023,"collection":1028,"about":1030,"author":1032,"replies":1034,"version-history":1037,"predecessor-version":1040,"wp:featuredmedia":1044,"wp:attachment":1047,"wp:term":1050,"curies":1061},[1024],{"href":1025,"targetHints":1026},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fposts\u002F59051",{"allow":1027},[28],[1029],{"href":171},[1031],{"href":174},[1033],{"embeddable":42,"href":177},[1035],{"embeddable":42,"href":1036},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fcomments?post=59051",[1038],{"count":651,"href":1039},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fposts\u002F59051\u002Frevisions",[1041],{"id":1042,"href":1043},59067,"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fposts\u002F59051\u002Frevisions\u002F59067",[1045],{"embeddable":42,"href":1046},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fmedia\u002F59053",[1048],{"href":1049},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fmedia?parent=59051",[1051,1053,1055,1057,1059],{"taxonomy":11,"embeddable":42,"href":1052},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fcategories?post=59051",{"taxonomy":199,"embeddable":42,"href":1054},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Ftags?post=59051",{"taxonomy":202,"embeddable":42,"href":1056},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fproject_category?post=59051",{"taxonomy":205,"embeddable":42,"href":1058},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fcontact_email_category?post=59051",{"taxonomy":208,"embeddable":42,"href":1060},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fyst_prominent_words?post=59051",[1062],{"name":40,"href":41,"templated":42},{"id":1064,"date":1065,"date_gmt":1066,"guid":1067,"modified":1069,"modified_gmt":1070,"slug":1071,"status":53,"type":54,"link":1072,"title":1073,"content":1075,"excerpt":1077,"author":62,"featured_media":1079,"comment_status":64,"ping_status":64,"sticky":42,"template":7,"format":65,"meta":1080,"categories":1081,"tags":1082,"project_category":1083,"contact_email_category":1084,"yst_prominent_words":1085,"class_list":1090,"better_featured_image":1092,"acf":1125,"yoast_meta":1133,"_links":1135},58205,"2024-11-21T09:26:11","2024-11-21T08:26:11",{"rendered":1068},"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002F?post_id=58205&_wpnonce=2a1a4f0fae&status=auto-draft&type=post","2024-11-25T09:13:24","2024-11-25T08:13:24","sibionics-blood-glucose-sensor-review","https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fsibionics-blood-glucose-sensor-review",{"rendered":1074},"Sibionics Blood Glucose Sensor: Review",{"rendered":1076,"protected":15},"\n\u003Cp>As The Medical Futurist, I often explore the latest advancements in digital health technology to assess their potential impact on patients and healthcare systems. I have \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Ftesting-a-wireless-wearable-glucose-sensor-freestyle-libre-review\u002F\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Ftesting-a-wireless-wearable-glucose-sensor-freestyle-libre-review\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">tested a continuous blood glucose sensor before\u003C\u002Fa>, but recently, I had the opportunity to test a different blood glucose sensor from \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.sibiosensor.com\u002Fen-ee\u002Fproducts\u002Fsibionics-gs1-continuous-glucose-monitoring-cgm-system\" target=\"_blank\">Sibionics\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>But before I even start\u003C\u002Fstrong>: As always, I do not accept sponsorship for these reviews, I just ask for a device to test.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The system they developed is intended for individuals aged 18 and older and is designed to monitor interstitial fluid glucose levels. While it provides valuable insights for glycemic management, it should not be used as the sole basis for treatment decisions or therapy adjustments.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2024\u002F11\u002F1725974850154.jpg-768x512.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58207\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2024\u002F11\u002F1725974850154.jpg-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2024\u002F11\u002F1725974850154.jpg.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>In short, their device aims to simplify and enhance diabetes management. Notably, their CGM system offers these features and I’ll comment on each based on my experience with using it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>14-day continuous monitoring\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Provides real-time glucose readings for up to two weeks without the need for finger-pricking or scanning. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cem>– True. The experiment lasted exactly two weeks before the device prompted me to remove it.\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>High accuracy\u003C\u002Fstrong>: It is claimed to deliver precise sensor readings to support effective glycemic control. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cem>– This I cannot confirm or deny as I had nothing to compare it to. Measuring my blood glucose through finger pricking could help compare but these are actually two different kinds of measurement. When buying a device, we have to rely on the company’s claims and regulators cross-checking those.\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Data reporting\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Allows users to export Ambulatory Glucose Profile (AGP) reports and share real-time glucose data with healthcare providers or caregivers. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cem>– True. I got a PDF I could send to my primary care physician. It contained all the important data and results.\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Customizable alerts\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Features adjustable glucose alarms to notify users of hypo- or hyperglycemic events. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cem>– True, but it provides no guidance on how to set the alerts. A physician’s recommendation would definitely be crucial here.\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>User-friendly app\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Includes an intuitive application for easy data access and management. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cem>– I had no issues with the app or the registration process.\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Calibration-free operation\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Eliminates the need for manual calibration, simplifying the monitoring process. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cem>– It was definitely easier to set up than if calibration was needed.\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Water resistance\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Rated IP28, ensuring durability during daily activities. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cem>– I had showers with it every day and running and exercise sessions for about 10 times. No issues, it stayed on for two weeks.\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Unboxing and First Impressions\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The Sibionics sensor arrived well-packaged, with clear labeling and instructions. Unboxing the device, the minimalistic design immediately stood out. The compact size and lightweight build suggest that portability and user comfort were priorities in its development.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>I registered in a minute, used the QR code on the box and got the device connected. It was not clear first that I cannot pair the device until I put it on my arm. The adhesive they provided was also important in making sure it won’t fall off for two weeks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2024\u002F11\u002F1723145147041-1-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58209\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2024\u002F11\u002F1723145147041-1-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2024\u002F11\u002F1723145147041-1.jpg 1095w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Daily Use\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>I had a mild discomfort\u002Fpain with the other device, but not this time. Maybe I found a better spot to put the device on. Over the testing period, I used the sensor to monitor my glucose levels under various conditions [three types of exercise, having 5 meals a day, giving a long presentation, etc.]. The readings seemed to be consistent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Once I had a low reading alert while running and I stopped out of worry, even though I felt nothing. It must have been a technical issue.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Based on my two weeks with the Sibionics CGM, it seems my diet is working well and my blood sugar is fairly stable. I only had one significant spike after a mocktail, so I’ll be more cautious about sugary drinks in the future.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1190\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2024\u002F11\u002F1727183969513-768x1190.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58211\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2024\u002F11\u002F1727183969513-768x1190.jpg 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2024\u002F11\u002F1727183969513-991x1536.jpg 991w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2024\u002F11\u002F1727183969513.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">User Interface and App Experience\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The accompanying app is intuitive but maybe for first time users, it doesn’t really help understand which results to pay attention to. I’ve learnt to follow what percentage of the time my readings spend above and below the thresholds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>That’s what matters when you measure interstitial blood glucose for weeks. Individual measurements, therefore, are not so important. There are thousands of those by the time you finish the two weeks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Time Below Range (TBR) and Time Above Range (TAR) provide a more complete picture of a person’s glucose levels, enabling a more data-driven approach to diabetes management.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Strengths\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\u003Cli>Comfort: The lightweight and ergonomic design makes it easy to wear for two weeks.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Data insights: Provides detailed glucose trends, aiding better decision-making.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Ease of use: The setup process and app integration are user-friendly.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Cost and availability: This is the only CGM I know about that is globally available and the price is much lower compared to other CGMs.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Limitations\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\u003Cli>Accuracy concerns: I haven’t seen studies or clinical trials from the company proving the device’s accuracy compared to other CGMs.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Data integration: I essentially got a PDF at the end but there was no way to export the data in other means.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The Sibionics blood glucose sensor represents a significant step forward in affordable digital diabetes management. It could be the device that opens up blood glucose management not only for patients with diabetes but for anyone who wants to better understand their blood glucose levels. If peer-reviewed studies were available to prove its accuracy, I would even claim it to be the best device on the market.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>As always, I encourage readers to consult with their healthcare providers before adopting new medical technologies to ensure they fit within their treatment or health management plans.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"rendered":1078,"protected":15},"\u003Cp>This device aims to simplify and enhance diabetes management. 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The Medical Futurist",{"self":1136,"collection":1141,"about":1143,"author":1145,"replies":1147,"version-history":1150,"predecessor-version":1153,"wp:featuredmedia":1157,"wp:attachment":1160,"wp:term":1163,"curies":1174},[1137],{"href":1138,"targetHints":1139},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fposts\u002F58205",{"allow":1140},[28],[1142],{"href":171},[1144],{"href":174},[1146],{"embeddable":42,"href":177},[1148],{"embeddable":42,"href":1149},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fcomments?post=58205",[1151],{"count":310,"href":1152},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fposts\u002F58205\u002Frevisions",[1154],{"id":1155,"href":1156},58237,"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fposts\u002F58205\u002Frevisions\u002F58237",[1158],{"embeddable":42,"href":1159},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fmedia\u002F49361",[1161],{"href":1162},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fmedia?parent=58205",[1164,1166,1168,1170,1172],{"taxonomy":11,"embeddable":42,"href":1165},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fcategories?post=58205",{"taxonomy":199,"embeddable":42,"href":1167},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Ftags?post=58205",{"taxonomy":202,"embeddable":42,"href":1169},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fproject_category?post=58205",{"taxonomy":205,"embeddable":42,"href":1171},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fcontact_email_category?post=58205",{"taxonomy":208,"embeddable":42,"href":1173},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fyst_prominent_words?post=58205",[1175],{"name":40,"href":41,"templated":42},{"id":1177,"date":1178,"date_gmt":1179,"guid":1180,"modified":1182,"modified_gmt":1183,"slug":1184,"status":53,"type":54,"link":1185,"title":1186,"content":1188,"excerpt":1190,"author":62,"featured_media":1192,"comment_status":64,"ping_status":64,"sticky":42,"template":7,"format":65,"meta":1193,"categories":1194,"tags":1196,"project_category":1210,"contact_email_category":1212,"yst_prominent_words":1213,"class_list":1222,"better_featured_image":1239,"acf":1259,"yoast_meta":1265,"_links":1268},33799,"2023-03-30T10:00:00","2023-03-30T08:00:00",{"rendered":1181},"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002F?post_id=33799&_wpnonce=792b73db00&status=auto-draft&type=post","2023-03-30T08:58:38","2023-03-30T06:58:38","what-to-check-before-buying-a-smartwatch","https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fwhat-to-check-before-buying-a-smartwatch",{"rendered":1187},"What To Check Before Buying A Smartwatch Or Health Tracker",{"rendered":1189,"protected":15},"\n\u003Cp>The market for fitness trackers, and especially smartwatches is \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.statista.com\u002Fstatistics\u002F381696\u002Fwearables-unit-sales-forecast-united-states-by-category\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">on the rise\u003C\u002Fa>. Despite the delivery difficulties due to the coronavirus, the market kept on growing and the leading players (Apple, Samsung, Huawei and Garmin) have kept their lead, securing a steady 75% of the entire segment. Globally, in 2022, the revenue generated worldwide in the smartwatch market was approximately 38.6 billion US dollars.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"432\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F04\u002F0401_smartwatch_mini_infographic-01-768x432.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-33891\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F04\u002F0401_smartwatch_mini_infographic-01-768x432.png 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F04\u002F0401_smartwatch_mini_infographic-01-370x208.png 370w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F04\u002F0401_smartwatch_mini_infographic-01-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F04\u002F0401_smartwatch_mini_infographic-01.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\u003Cbr>\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>We \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fthe-gym-of-the-future-is-on-your-wrist\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">wrote earlier\u003C\u002Fa> about how COVID-19 affected our way of doing sports. From quarantine exercises, dance rehearsals to online yoga and even \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.sporttechhub.co.uk\u002Fsporttech-the-digitalization-of-mass-sports-events-era-has-finally-come\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">mass events\u003C\u002Fa> and online marathons (heard about the \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.ironmanvirtualclub.com\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">IRONMAN virtual\u003C\u002Fa> races?) – the list is endless. And as we were all cut off from our favourite spaces and moves, we had the chance to find new ones; or at least new ways of doing our favourite exercise. But it wasn’t just what we \u003Cem>did\u003C\u002Fem>. It was what we \u003Cem>used\u003C\u002Fem> to keep track of our progress. Our smartwatches and health trackers. So it’s just obvious to talk about what type of tracker we should be buying.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">My 7+1 recommendations\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>I believe there is the right tracker for everyone. But before you buy one off the shelf, you should do your homework and find out which one was made for you – based on your own expectations, needs, preferences and so on. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>I’m not going to start comparing devices: such lists are being made every day. Furthermore, such a list would soon become obsolete due to rapid changes in the market. I have tried and tested over a hundred such devices, from \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fsleep-tracking-2-0-viatom-o2-sleep-monitor-review\" target=\"_blank\">smart sleep trackers\u003C\u002Fa> through \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fnew-study-kardiaband-apple-watch\" target=\"_blank\">ECG watches\u003C\u002Fa> to an \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fwireless-and-scanning-the-clarius-portable-ultrasound-review\" target=\"_blank\">AI ultrasound\u003C\u002Fa>. \u003Cstrong>To sum it up, what I can do is help you choose the right one, based on my widespread experience.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. \u003Cstrong>Regulatory approval\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>It is quite important to check if the device has regulatory approval. Smart devices and trackers need to go through a number of safety and quality tests. To prove that they have done these rounds, they receive regulatory approval that is proven by an institution; like an \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.fda.gov\u002Fvaccines-blood-biologics\u002Fcomplete-list-licensed-products-and-establishments\" target=\"_blank\">FDA approval\u003C\u002Fa> or a \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fsupport.ce-check.eu\u002Fhc\u002Fen-us\u002Farticles\u002F360007114512-Validate-a-CE-mark\" target=\"_blank\">CE-mark\u003C\u002Fa>. Depending on where they applied for the test, FDA is the US-based process; CE-mark is standard in Europe; and, obviously, each region has its own processes and abbreviations. If they do own such an approval, companies usually communicate this fact loudly on their websites\u002Fchannels.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"432\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F02\u002Fhealth-trackers-body-map-768x432.jpeg\" alt=\"Health Trackers Body Map\" class=\"wp-image-33111\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F02\u002Fhealth-trackers-body-map-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F02\u002Fhealth-trackers-body-map-370x208.jpeg 370w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F02\u002Fhealth-trackers-body-map-1536x864.jpeg 1536w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F02\u002Fhealth-trackers-body-map-2048x1152.jpeg 2048w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F02\u002Fhealth-trackers-body-map-scaled.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The body map of health sensors\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. \u003Cstrong>Customer support\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>How a company solves issues of customers is the next step of evaluation. It shows how a company really treats its consumers and covers any kind of technical, installation or maintenance support. It is always worth checking the reviews online (like on Amazon or other sites) or in the AppStore\u002FGooglePlay. Here you can also see how the developers react to the complaints.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. \u003Cstrong>Credibility\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>I came across smartwatches that could repel mosquitoes while measuring ECG; give you electric shocks when you \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ftime.com\u002F4387701\u002Fweirdest-gadgets-ever\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">engage in a bad habit\u003C\u002Fa>; measure everything or forecast earthquakes. Believe me: the more they promise the less they are likely to deliver. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Trust your gut: if a watch or a device promises to measure too many health parameters, beware. It might promise too much. It would be fantastic, but unlikely that a small garage company will find the Holy Grail of health trackers. Expect something like that from major players (buying small garage bands to use their discoveries).\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. \u003Cstrong>Communication\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Check out the online communication output of the company. You can get a clear picture of the developers by looking at their social channels. How active they are, how they talk to consumers, what they feel is important to share say a lot. Transparency and honesty are the keywords to look for.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. \u003Cstrong>Technical strengths\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Okay, so this is definitely something we always check in our reviews – and you should do so, too. Strong battery life and a smooth Bluetooth connection are key to my gadget-happiness. I personally would never buy a device I’d need to charge every day. Before even considering getting a tracker (or any device in fact) I check out these features in reviews on \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.theverge.com\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">Verge\u003C\u002Fa> or \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.techradar.com\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">TechRadar\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"432\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F12\u002F226_tmf-01-768x432.png\" alt=\"Withings ScanWatch review\" class=\"wp-image-31481\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F12\u002F226_tmf-01-768x432.png 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F12\u002F226_tmf-01-370x208.png 370w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F12\u002F226_tmf-01-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F12\u002F226_tmf-01.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Withings ScanWatch, the beginning of a beautiful friendship\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. \u003Cstrong>Health features vs. Evidence\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>To see whether health features are supported by evidence you should do some research. Check out how, for example, \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.withings.com\u002Fus\u002Fen\u002Fresearch\" target=\"_blank\">Withings shares\u003C\u002Fa> who they collaborated with while developing the features of their devices. Medical and scientific results and studies are not easy to comprehend for the average user; however, companies usually do a good job interpreting these findings and results. Use your logic and spend a bit of time here to save you time on the other end.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. \u003Cstrong>Download\u003C\u002Fstrong> \u003Cstrong>raw data\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>I want to download my raw data as I collect and use them a lot. Not all devices support this feature, and big companies like Fitbit usually prefer not to share if you can download your own data. It is definitely my own preference, decide for yourself if it’s something you’d do or not.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">+1: \u003Cstrong>Smartphone connection\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Take 5 minutes to see if the device is compatible with your phone. You’ll thank yourself later.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>These steps will certainly help you find the right device for you. If it is a smartwatch or any health tracker, it will also be dependent on the platform you use (iOs or Android) and, of course, your budget. But please also consider that lesser-known brands also tend to give less information for example on their use of your data.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Chr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\u002F>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>So please also consider the privacy issues that come with any device you store your health (or any kind of) data on. As there definitely is a\u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fthe-dark-side-of-health-trackers\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"> dark side of health trackers\u003C\u002Fa>, bear in mind how you set up your device and which companies you trust with your data.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cdiv style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\">\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n\n\n\u003Ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #eee; border-top: 4px solid #444;\" cellpadding=\"10px\">\n\u003Ctbody>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd style=\"width: 100%;\">\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>At The Medical Futurist, we are building a community for making a bold vision about the future of healthcare reality today.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ciframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.youtube.com\u002Fembed\u002FFIbMejImnxs\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\">\u003C\u002Fiframe>\n\u003Cp>If you’d like to support this mission, we invite you to \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.patreon.com\u002Fthemedicalfuturist\">join The Medical Futurist Patreon Community\u003C\u002Fa>. 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Despite the delivery difficulties due to the coronavirus, the market kept on growing […]\u003C\u002Fp>\n",33803,{"_acf_changed":15,"footnotes":7},[5,1195,232,355,695],491,[1197,1198,1199,1200,726,1201,1202,1203,1204,1205,1206,1207,1208,1209],524,545,6389,596,651,142,6921,686,236,6925,407,6927,6929,[730,74,75,1211],953,[],[1214,79,1215,249,1216,1217,588,1218,1219,1220,243,1221,1089],3843,4095,4295,1723,1965,2361,2581,3713,[1223,54,88,89,90,91,92,94,1224,254,367,737,1225,1226,1227,1228,767,1229,1230,1231,1232,1233,1234,1235,1236,1237,770,98,99,1238],"post-33799","category-empowered-patients","tag-trackers","tag-sensors","tag-withings","tag-health-sensors","tag-sports","tag-apple","tag-regulatory-approval","tag-health-data","tag-fda-2","tag-smart-sleep","tag-smartwatch","tag-huawei","tag-ce-mark","project_category-researchers",{"id":1192,"alt_text":7,"caption":1240,"description":7,"media_type":102,"media_details":1241,"post":1177,"source_url":1258},"How to choose which health tracker to get?",{"width":1094,"height":775,"file":1242,"sizes":1243,"image_meta":1257},"2021\u002F04\u002Ftmf_article_255-01.png",{"medium":1244,"large":1247,"thumbnail":1250,"medium_large":1253,"1536x1536":1254},{"file":1245,"width":780,"height":781,"mime-type":113,"source_url":1246},"tmf_article_255-01-370x208.png","https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F04\u002Ftmf_article_255-01-370x208.png",{"file":1248,"width":785,"height":1104,"mime-type":113,"source_url":1249},"tmf_article_255-01-768x432.png","https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F04\u002Ftmf_article_255-01-768x432.png",{"file":1251,"width":790,"height":790,"mime-type":113,"source_url":1252},"tmf_article_255-01-150x150.png","https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F04\u002Ftmf_article_255-01-150x150.png",{"file":1248,"width":785,"height":1104,"mime-type":113,"source_url":1249},{"file":1255,"width":795,"height":1114,"mime-type":113,"source_url":1256},"tmf_article_255-01-1536x864.png","https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F04\u002Ftmf_article_255-01-1536x864.png",{"aperture":141,"credit":7,"camera":7,"caption":7,"created_timestamp":141,"copyright":7,"focal_length":141,"iso":141,"shutter_speed":141,"title":7,"orientation":141},"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F04\u002Ftmf_article_255-01.png",{"subtitle":7,"cta_type":145,"cta_color":7,"related_posts_footer":1260,"related_posts":15,"related_books":1264},[1261,1262,1263],14517,28547,25348,[811,147],{"yoast_wpseo_title":1266,"yoast_wpseo_metadesc":1267,"yoast_wpseo_canonical":1185},"What To Check Before Buying A Smartwatch Or Health Tracker - The Medical Futurist","We rely more and more on our own trackers to collect health data. How to choose the right one? We collected what to consider before getting such a device.",{"self":1269,"collection":1274,"about":1276,"author":1278,"replies":1280,"version-history":1283,"predecessor-version":1287,"wp:featuredmedia":1291,"wp:attachment":1294,"wp:term":1297,"curies":1308},[1270],{"href":1271,"targetHints":1272},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fposts\u002F33799",{"allow":1273},[28],[1275],{"href":171},[1277],{"href":174},[1279],{"embeddable":42,"href":177},[1281],{"embeddable":42,"href":1282},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fcomments?post=33799",[1284],{"count":1285,"href":1286},14,"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fposts\u002F33799\u002Frevisions",[1288],{"id":1289,"href":1290},50391,"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fposts\u002F33799\u002Frevisions\u002F50391",[1292],{"embeddable":42,"href":1293},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fmedia\u002F33803",[1295],{"href":1296},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fmedia?parent=33799",[1298,1300,1302,1304,1306],{"taxonomy":11,"embeddable":42,"href":1299},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fcategories?post=33799",{"taxonomy":199,"embeddable":42,"href":1301},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Ftags?post=33799",{"taxonomy":202,"embeddable":42,"href":1303},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fproject_category?post=33799",{"taxonomy":205,"embeddable":42,"href":1305},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fcontact_email_category?post=33799",{"taxonomy":208,"embeddable":42,"href":1307},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fyst_prominent_words?post=33799",[1309],{"name":40,"href":41,"templated":42},{"id":1311,"date":1312,"date_gmt":1313,"guid":1314,"modified":1316,"modified_gmt":1317,"slug":1318,"status":53,"type":54,"link":1319,"title":1320,"content":1322,"excerpt":1324,"author":351,"featured_media":1326,"comment_status":64,"ping_status":64,"sticky":42,"template":7,"format":65,"meta":1327,"categories":1328,"tags":1333,"project_category":1341,"contact_email_category":1342,"yst_prominent_words":1343,"class_list":1349,"better_featured_image":1362,"acf":1384,"yoast_meta":1392,"_links":1395},30683,"2023-03-09T10:00:00","2023-03-09T09:00:00",{"rendered":1315},"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002F?post_id=30683&_wpnonce=1acf9982cc&status=auto-draft&type=post","2023-03-06T18:42:57","2023-03-06T17:42:57","can-your-smartwatch-send-you-to-the-hospital","https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fcan-your-smartwatch-send-you-to-the-hospital",{"rendered":1321},"Can Your Smartwatch Send You To The Hospital?",{"rendered":1323,"protected":15},"\n\u003Cp>If you are among the millions of smartwatch owners with a cardiac abnormality detection feature, you might very well have tried this feature on yourself. But what would you do if it told you that you have atrial fibrillation (AFib), an irregular heart rhythm disorder that increases stroke risk? If you don’t have a history of cardiovascular ailments, you might, at first, think it’s an issue with the firmware, an incorrect reading or even a faulty device. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>But what if the result persists after several tests; and even after other people who used the same watch showed normal results? You would likely consult your physician to determine if there’s a need to worry. If the results are negative, then all the better. But if your physician’s tests corroborate with the smartwatch’s results, then you could undergo potentially life-saving treatment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003Cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"432\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F11\u002F124_tmf_illu-768x432.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25353\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F11\u002F124_tmf_illu-768x432.png 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F11\u002F124_tmf_illu-370x208.png 370w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F11\u002F124_tmf_illu-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F11\u002F124_tmf_illu-2048x1152.png 2048w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F11\u002F124_tmf_illu.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n\n\u003Cp>This is exactly what happened to Zsolt Varga, an IT professional from Budapest, who we interviewed earlier. The Apple Watch he received as a Christmas present correctly notified him of a previously undiscovered AFib. This allowed him to take preventive measures and have his physician monitor his condition well before any complications arose. And Mr Varga is not the only one turning to the ER following notification of their smartwatch. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Feconomictimes.indiatimes.com\u002Fnews\u002Fnew-updates\u002Fapple-watch-saves-owners-life-from-fatal-internal-bleeding-after-nap-heres-what-happened\u002Farticleshow\u002F98091250.cms\" target=\"_blank\">Recently \u003C\u002Fa>an Apple watch also saved its owner’s life who had internal bleeding which was discovered after repeated notifications from the device. The more people wear such devices, the more often we read similar stories. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>ECG capabilities are embedded in a \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.linkedin.com\u002Fposts\u002Fbertalanmesko_garmin-adds-fda-cleared-ekgs-to-its-venu-activity-7023957684550791169-DfnB\u002F?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop\" target=\"_blank\">growing number of smartwatches\u003C\u002Fa>, and will soon become a standard feature. And sensors are becoming better and better, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.advnture.com\u002Fnews\u002Fa-full-wearable-lab-could-be-on-your-wrist-as-early-as-next-year\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">there are developments\u003C\u002Fa> promising even \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.linkedin.com\u002Fsearch\u002Fresults\u002Fcontent\u002F?keywords=apple%20watch%20mesk%C3%B3&update=urn%3Ali%3Afs_updateV2%3A%28urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7034884802142990337%2CBLENDED_SEARCH_FEED%2CEMPTY%2CDEFAULT%2Cfalse%29&lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_search_srp_all%3B5lCtnf5hTJKI3ACnAnslFQ%3D%3D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">more advanced features\u003C\u002Fa> (like core body temperature, blood pressure, hydration, and blood alcohol and glucose measurements) in the future. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Smartwatch AFib detection has its limitations. Notably: people who use such devices are typically not members of high-risk groups. While watch owners are statistically young (under 45) and most likely financially not deprived, AFib is much more prevalent in the 65+ population and due to a number of factors, is more common in people with lower incomes. (These factors include high blood pressure, obesity, and diabetes – all risk factors for AFib and more prevalent among people with lower incomes. Additionally, access to healthcare and quality of healthcare can also impact AFib diagnosis and management.)\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Thus we can conclude that as of now, many people who could benefit most from the devices aren’t wearing them – and might not be able to afford them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Nevertheless, as we explain in this article, technology is not at fault here. It’s rather the lack of the cultural transformation that is required as part of digital health adoption that’s missing from the equation\u003C\u002Fstrong>. So let’s break down the misconceptions and reality behind having your smartwatch send you to the hospital.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>What the research says\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>There had been quite some evolution in the past decade.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>This \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Facademic.oup.com\u002Fjamia\u002Farticle\u002F27\u002F9\u002F1359\u002F5911974\" target=\"_blank\">paper from Mayo Clinic\u003C\u002Fa> from a few years back found that among the 264 Apple Watch users’ analysed clinical data, only 11.4% received clinically actionable diagnoses. “\u003Cem>For patients who experienced an abnormal pulse alert and presented for medical evaluation, 7 patients needed to be evaluated to establish 1 diagnosis of clinically actionable cardiovascular disease,\u003C\u002Fem>” the researchers explained. “\u003Cem>Among the 15 asymptomatic patients who presented following an abnormal pulse alert, only 1 was diagnosed with a clinically actionable cardiovascular diagnosis\u003C\u002Fem>.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Their findings further suggest that “\u003Cem>many users used the device in a manner inconsistent with FDA guidance.\u003C\u002Fem>” That FDA guidance about the abnormal pulse detection \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.accessdata.fda.gov\u002Fcdrh_docs\u002Fpdf18\u002FDEN180042.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">stated that\u003C\u002Fa> “\u003Cem>the feature has not been tested for and is not intended for use in people under 22 years of age. It is also not intended for use in individuals previously diagnosed with AFib\u003C\u002Fem>.” In their study, the researchers found that 8.7% of patients were under 22 years of age, while 22% had preexisting atrial fibrillation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003Cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"403\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F10\u002Fapple-watch-ECG-reading-768x403.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30685\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F10\u002Fapple-watch-ECG-reading-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F10\u002Fapple-watch-ECG-reading.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: https:\u002F\u002Fwww.apple.com\u002F\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n\n\u003Cp>They concluded by writing that “\u003Cem>the FDA and Apple must carefully consider the unintended consequences of widespread direct-to-consumer screening for asymptomatic atrial fibrillation, including overutilization of healthcare resources owing to false positive screening results and use of screening tools by users in whom they have not been adequately studied.\u003C\u002Fem>”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>However, as the technology evolved, new features emerged. \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.fiercebiotech.com\u002Fmedtech\u002Fapple-watchs-afib-history-feature-ripens-fda-clearance\" target=\"_blank\">FDA approved Apple Watch AFib history feature in 2022\u003C\u002Fa>, allowing adults with the condition to track how frequently they show signs of irregular heartbeat. They also have data on how certain factors like sleep, alcohol consumption and activity may be impacting their AFib, and can download a detailed PDF combining all of that information they can share with their doctors.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>And there is another interesting line of development. “A \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.fiercebiotech.com\u002Fmedtech\u002Fapple-watch-s-built-ecg-could-detect-non-afib-arrhythmias-follow-up-analysis-finds\" target=\"_blank\">2021 retrospective analysis\u003C\u002Fa> of the \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmed.stanford.edu\u002Fnews\u002Fall-news\u002F2019\u002F03\u002Fapple-heart-study-demonstrates-ability-of-wearable-technology.html\" target=\"_blank\">Apple Heart Study\u003C\u002Fa> – which served as the basis for FDA clearance of the Apple Watch’s ECG – found that the device may be able to identify arrhythmias other than AFib. The study looked specifically at wearers who had received an irregular pulse notification but hadn’t been subsequently diagnosed with AFib. The researchers found that about 40% of that group went on to be diagnosed with a different form of arrhythmia.” So, circling back to the initial findings on false positives from a few years ago: it looks possible that a visible share of those alarms has actually been valid – not for AFib, but for other irregularities.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Through these studies, many will blame the technology or even the tech adopters for potentially over-burdening hospitals. However, the real issue lies deeper than that.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>The misconceptions (and reality) behind a smartwatch “diagnosis”\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>When a device like the Apple Watch receives clearance from a regulatory body like the FDA, expectations are understandably high. But sometimes, they are higher than they should be. People come to expect these technologies to make perfect measurements with no room for mistakes. But the truth is, even with high false positive rates, digital health devices still detect more patients; especially if they are asymptomatic. In the U.K. alone, \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bhf.org.uk\u002Ffor-professionals\u002Fhealthcare-professionals\u002Fblog\u002F2019\u002Fatrial-fibrillation-finding-the-missing-300000\" target=\"_blank\">the British Heart Foundation puts the number\u003C\u002Fa> of those with AFib but oblivious to the risk at around 300 000.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The 11.4% smartwatch users that the Mayo Clinic found to have clinically actionable diagnoses translates roughly to 1 in every 10 patients who present with a smartwatch alert. That’s like identifying Mr. Varga’s case and 9 false positives; but we’re still catching that 1 patient before they experience a stroke. \u003Cstrong>That’s a win for the patient who would otherwise have slipped through the traditional system; and a win for digital health.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Additionally, one might think that it’s the technology, rather than the actual health issue, that sends patients to hospitals; hence the term smartwatch “diagnosis.” But if a patient has an underlying ailment without their prior knowledge, the smartwatch’s sensor only detects what’s already there.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A better approach to prevention\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Importantly, a digital health device like a smartwatch still presents a better approach to preventing complications than the current methods. The latter, unfortunately, all too often means doing nothing or waiting for the patient to exhibit strong symptoms. With digital health tools, we still correctly identify the patient demographic that the traditional healthcare system misses.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Yes, the false positives will add to the workload and resource utilisation; and more patients will show up to the ER following alerts from their smartwatches in the near future. For example, Apple released the Apple Watch 6, which \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.mobihealthnews.com\u002Fnews\u002Fapple-adds-spo2-v02-max-apple-watch-series-6-launches-three-new-studies\" target=\"_blank\">included a blood oxygenation sensor\u003C\u002Fa>. A drop in the oxygen saturation (SpO2) level the sensor measures can indicate an underlying respiratory illness, even if no visible signs are present. While Apple \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.theverge.com\u002F2020\u002F10\u002F7\u002F21504023\u002Fapple-watch-ekg-blood-oxygen-fda-clearance\" target=\"_blank\">did not seek FDA clearance\u003C\u002Fa> for this sensor, it’s not far-fetched to imagine users rushing to their physicians following an abnormal result.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>As the medical knowledge about the use of such smart wearables accumulates, as \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fnewsroom.heart.org\u002Fnews\u002Fleading-science-research-and-technology-leaders-join-forces-to-accelerate-react-af-trial\" target=\"_blank\">more studies set out to determine the true preventive\u002Ftherapeutic potential\u003C\u002Fa>, we can declare with increasing confidence that these devices can indeed improve our health outcomes in general. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>How to deal with “smartwatch patients”?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Rather than being the object of scorn for taking their smartwatch readings too seriously, adopters of such digital health tools need guidance from medical professionals.\u003C\u002Fstrong> \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>And for that, those healthcare professionals must themselves understand and be open to those disruptive technologies. This is because simply making clinical-grade sensors available to patients will not yield optimal results. As the recent Mayo Clinic study showed, it can even lead to the overburdening of healthcare institutions. But proper guidance from medical professionals can equip patients to better interpret readings from their smart sensors, which will, in turn, help avoid unnecessary hospital visits.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Doctors can follow guidance from regulatory authorities around the use of such devices. They can further instruct their patients regarding who should take and when to take measurements with these wearables. Patients can in turn share their data over the cloud with their physician in case of suspicious readings. They can subsequently both discuss those findings over a telemedicine consultation and determine if a hospital visit is indeed necessary.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>As such, the method to deal with those so-called “\u003Cem>smartwatch patients\u003C\u002Fem>” is not avoiding those novel technologies. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cblockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n\u003Cp>Rather, it involves investing in and supporting digital health technologies that facilitate the doctor-patient relationship as an equal-level partnership. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>In short, we need a cultural transformation, and this is part and parcel of digital health; in fact, it is part of \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fdigital-health\u002F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">its very definition\u003C\u002Fa>. Without such a transformation, digital health cannot take off. It will have a polarised adoption, with patients seeking those technologies while healthcare professionals warding them off. This will be at the expense of the obvious advantages disruptive technologies bring to the field that truly propel healthcare into the 21st century.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"rendered":1325,"protected":15},"\u003Cp>Supporting digital health technologies that facilitate the doctor-patient relationship.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",30731,{"_acf_changed":15,"footnotes":7},[1329,5,583,1195,231,1330,232,469,1331,1332,695],6479,490,497,799,[1334,1207,1335,1336,1337,1202,1338,1205,1339,1340],4733,6275,6277,6279,777,4415,292,[729,74,75],[],[81,1344,1345,1346,1347,1348],1631,2081,2163,2347,3305,[1350,54,88,89,90,91,92,1351,94,591,1224,253,1352,254,480,1353,1354,737,1355,1235,1356,1357,1358,1230,1359,1233,1360,1361,769,98,99],"post-30683","category-covid-19","category-future-of-pharma","category-portable-diagnostics","category-security-privacy","tag-spo2","tag-afib","tag-mayo-clinic","tag-british-heart-foundation","tag-er","tag-apple-watch","tag-interview-2",{"id":1326,"alt_text":1363,"caption":1364,"description":1365,"media_type":102,"media_details":1366,"post":1311,"source_url":1383},"Can your smartwatch send you to the hospital?","Someone wearing a smartwatch is being sent to the hospital by the device","Although false positive rates can be high, these digital health devices still detect more patients and help prevent more diseases than current methods",{"width":1094,"height":775,"file":1367,"sizes":1368,"image_meta":1382},"2020\u002F10\u002F213_tmf-01.png",{"medium":1369,"large":1372,"thumbnail":1375,"medium_large":1378,"1536x1536":1379},{"file":1370,"width":780,"height":781,"mime-type":113,"source_url":1371},"213_tmf-01-370x208.png","https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F10\u002F213_tmf-01-370x208.png",{"file":1373,"width":785,"height":1104,"mime-type":113,"source_url":1374},"213_tmf-01-768x432.png","https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F10\u002F213_tmf-01-768x432.png",{"file":1376,"width":790,"height":790,"mime-type":113,"source_url":1377},"213_tmf-01-150x150.png","https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F10\u002F213_tmf-01-150x150.png",{"file":1373,"width":785,"height":1104,"mime-type":113,"source_url":1374},{"file":1380,"width":795,"height":1114,"mime-type":113,"source_url":1381},"213_tmf-01-1536x864.png","https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F10\u002F213_tmf-01-1536x864.png",{"aperture":141,"credit":7,"camera":7,"caption":7,"created_timestamp":141,"copyright":7,"focal_length":141,"iso":141,"shutter_speed":141,"title":7,"orientation":141},"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F10\u002F213_tmf-01.png",{"cta_type":145,"cta_color":7,"subtitle":7,"related_books":1385,"related_posts_footer":1388,"related_posts":15},[1386,812,1387],24761,34151,[1389,1390,1391],14445,17466,48665,{"yoast_wpseo_title":1393,"yoast_wpseo_metadesc":1394,"yoast_wpseo_canonical":1319},"Can Your Smartwatch Send You To The Hospital? - The Medical Futurist","Patients showing up at the doctor’s referring to smartwatch data can be a nuisance – but a signal of this kind can also be a life-saver.",{"self":1396,"collection":1401,"about":1403,"author":1405,"replies":1407,"version-history":1410,"predecessor-version":1414,"wp:featuredmedia":1418,"wp:attachment":1421,"wp:term":1424,"curies":1435},[1397],{"href":1398,"targetHints":1399},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fposts\u002F30683",{"allow":1400},[28],[1402],{"href":171},[1404],{"href":174},[1406],{"embeddable":42,"href":419},[1408],{"embeddable":42,"href":1409},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fcomments?post=30683",[1411],{"count":1412,"href":1413},26,"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fposts\u002F30683\u002Frevisions",[1415],{"id":1416,"href":1417},49873,"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fposts\u002F30683\u002Frevisions\u002F49873",[1419],{"embeddable":42,"href":1420},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fmedia\u002F30731",[1422],{"href":1423},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fmedia?parent=30683",[1425,1427,1429,1431,1433],{"taxonomy":11,"embeddable":42,"href":1426},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fcategories?post=30683",{"taxonomy":199,"embeddable":42,"href":1428},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Ftags?post=30683",{"taxonomy":202,"embeddable":42,"href":1430},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fproject_category?post=30683",{"taxonomy":205,"embeddable":42,"href":1432},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fcontact_email_category?post=30683",{"taxonomy":208,"embeddable":42,"href":1434},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fyst_prominent_words?post=30683",[1436],{"name":40,"href":41,"templated":42},{"id":1438,"date":1439,"date_gmt":1440,"guid":1441,"modified":1443,"modified_gmt":1444,"slug":1445,"status":53,"type":54,"link":1446,"title":1447,"content":1449,"excerpt":1451,"author":62,"featured_media":1453,"comment_status":64,"ping_status":64,"sticky":42,"template":7,"format":65,"meta":1454,"categories":1455,"tags":1457,"project_category":1467,"contact_email_category":1468,"yst_prominent_words":1469,"class_list":1487,"better_featured_image":1499,"acf":1520,"yoast_meta":1528,"_links":1531},28693,"2022-06-29T10:00:00","2022-06-29T08:00:00",{"rendered":1442},"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002F?post_id=28693&_wpnonce=5c34cab497&status=auto-draft&type=post","2023-11-29T17:12:03","2023-11-29T16:12:03","lifestyle-medicine-could-be-the-key-for-digital-health-adoption","https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Flifestyle-medicine-could-be-the-key-for-digital-health-adoption",{"rendered":1448},"Lifestyle Medicine Could Be The Key To Digital Health Adoption",{"rendered":1450,"protected":15},"\n\u003Cp>I’ve been wearing \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Ffitbit-ionic-review-bromance-pebble-smartwatch\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">several generations \u003C\u002Fa>and \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fwithings-scanwatch-review\" target=\"_blank\">types \u003C\u002Fa>of \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fwhat-to-check-before-buying-a-smartwatch\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">smartwatches \u003C\u002Fa>for a couple of years and I only remove my watch when I shower. I use it to track my sleep and its\u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fthe-smart-sleep-alarm-is-the-holy-grail-of-health-tracking\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"> smart alarm\u003C\u002Fa> wakes me up at the optimal time every morning. With \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.youtube.com\u002Fwatch?v=4kUSA5zZYIQ\">the pocketable Kardia\u003C\u002Fa>, I regularly check my ECG at home to detect any anomalies. For an in-depth analysis of what my genetic makeup predisposes me to, I had \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fi-got-my-whole-genome-sequenced-heres-what-i-learned\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">my whole genome\u003C\u002Fa> sequenced. And I bring relevant data to my general practitioner during my checkups so that we can decide on preventive measures. In short, I’m trying to live like the patient of the future, using lifestyle medicine to prevent chronic diseases.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>However, posing as such a patient is not feasible for many among us. Firstly, there’s the question of accessibility to such health trackers and importantly, many don’t know about or aren’t encouraged to employ such devices. A major authority that could facilitate the adoption of digital health tech by patients is one’s physician. But even the latter might not be familiar with or open to such options. Where should one turn to if they are interested in becoming more proactive in managing their health with new technologies?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>An emerging field in medicine might be the answer: lifestyle medicine. Dealing with preventive measures that can be supplemented with digital health solutions, lifestyle medicine specialists can set the pace for digital health adoption on a larger scale. Let’s see what it is and how it can help you become the patient of the future.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>What is lifestyle medicine?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>You might not have heard of lifestyle medicine before now, at least I hadn’t until my GP, \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"http:\u002F\u002Fwww.vernes.hu\u002Fen\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">Dr. Réka Vernes\u003C\u002Fa>, pointed it out to me. Even \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fen.wikipedia.org\u002Fwiki\u002FLifestyle_medicine\" target=\"_blank\">its Wikipedia entry\u003C\u002Fa> is far from being very extensive. Nevertheless, it’s somewhat understandable given that this field is relatively new, compared to the centuries-old practice of medicine.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F06\u002F0-768x512.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. Meskó and Dr. Vernes\" class=\"wp-image-28813\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F06\u002F0-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F06\u002F0.jpg 1142w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption>Dr. Vernes and Dr. Meskó\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The American College of Lifestyle Medicine (ACLM) \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Flifestylemedicine.org\u002FACLM\u002FACLM\u002FAbout\u002FWhat_is_Lifestyle_Medicine_\u002FLifestyle_Medicine.aspx?hkey=26f3eb6b-8294-4a63-83de-35d429c3bb88\">initiated the steps\u003C\u002Fa> to establish the standards shaping lifestyle medicine as a field of its own. ACLM defines it as “the evidence-based practice of helping individuals and families adopt and sustain healthy behaviours that affect health and quality of life”. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The field draws parallels to nutrition and dietetics but involves a more holistic approach. The ACLM \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Flifestylemedicine.org\u002Fcommon\u002FUploaded%20files\u002FPDFs\u002FPractice%20Resources\u002FPatient%20Education\u002FACLM-6-ways-to-take-control-of-your-health-2021.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">describes six pillars of lifestyle medicine\u003C\u002Fa>: \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\u003Cli>predominantly whole, plant-based nutrition, rich in fibres and nutrients\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>regular and consistent physical activity,ó that can be maintained on a daily basis\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>recognising and coping with stress \u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>avoiding substance abuse\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>ensuring quality sleep\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>social connectedness to ensure emotional resilience\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\u003Cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"432\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F03\u002Fdigital-twin-small-768x432.jpg\" alt=\"digital twin\" class=\"wp-image-27073\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F03\u002Fdigital-twin-small-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F03\u002Fdigital-twin-small-370x208.jpg 370w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F03\u002Fdigital-twin-small-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F03\u002Fdigital-twin-small-512x288.jpg 512w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F03\u002Fdigital-twin-small.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>In 2015, the ACLM initiated the \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Flifestylemedicineglobal.org\u002Fabout\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">Lifestyle Medicine Global Alliance\u003C\u002Fa> to group worldwide lifestyle medicine professional associations for scientific collaboration. Indeed, this field is \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Flifestylemedicineglobal.org\u002Fsister-organizations\u002F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">budding in countries around the world\u003C\u002Fa> from the Philippines to the U.K, with events and conferences held regularly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Flifestylemedicine.org\u002FACLM\u002FACLM\u002FPartners\u002FCorporate_Roundtable.aspx?hkey=ddfb0110-9dda-4f79-80ea-352cf0cd9db8\" target=\"_blank\">Corporate Roundtable\u003C\u002Fa> of ACLM was launched in 2016, and it collects thought leaders and industry professionals committed to bringing lifestyle medicine into the everyday lives of people. The corporate arm has over 40+ active members, covering a super-wide range of expertise from healthcare organisations to a number of nonprofits, from software companies to educational institutions.  \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>This growing interest in lifestyle medicine can be attributed to the fact that people are increasingly becoming more proactive in managing their health thanks to the escalated awareness of the benefits of leading a healthy lifestyle. As such, there is a need for healthcare professionals to provide professional guidance and assistance.  \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Clinicians practising lifestyle medicine \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Flifestylemedicine.org\u002FACLM\u002FACLM\u002FResearch\u002FLM_Research.aspx?hkey=dde46b29-faec-459b-b719-6432ad5172d0\">report substantial improvements\u003C\u002Fa> in type 2 diabetics, such as\u003Cstrong> normalising their blood glucose without the use of medication\u003C\u002Fstrong> through lifestyle changes. Indeed, a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Flifestylemedicine.org\u002FACLM\u002FACLM\u002FAbout\u002FWhat_is_Lifestyle_Medicine_\u002FScientific_Evidence.aspx?hkey=ed4b4130-6ce9-41bb-8703-211bc98eed7f\">growing number of studies\u003C\u002Fa> point to the benefits of adjusting one’s lifestyle habits to improve health outcomes. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>As Dr. Vernes puts it: “\u003Cem>\u003Cstrong>My goal for my patients is to be their healthiest version even with chronic conditions.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fem>” And to supplement a lifestyle to reach this version, digital health can be a key aspect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>Becoming a lifestyle medicine specialist\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>When I asked my GP about how she had become a specialist herself, she told me that she took the ACLM’s International Board Exam as a non-US physician; and received a DipIBLM diploma. The exam took place in the U.S. in 2019, the day after ACLM’s annual conference. It required taking a course at the American College of Preventive Medicine; doing a case study; participating in the conference; and reading a lot of books. However, the ACLM is not the only one offering the possibility to specialise in lifestyle medicine.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Despite being a newcomer to the medical field, lifestyle medicine is increasingly getting incorporated into life science curricula. The Baylor College of Medicine \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fblogs.bcm.edu\u002F2018\u002F09\u002F12\u002Fwhat-is-lifestyle-medicine\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">includes it in its curriculum\u003C\u002Fa>; and other \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Flifestylemedicineglobal.org\u002Fsister-organizations\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">sister organisations\u003C\u002Fa> of the Lifestyle Medicine Global Alliance offer professional courses and certificates to eligible candidates.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>“Trainees get lots of training on how to treat disease, but not as much on how to use nutrition and physical activity to prevent disease,” \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fblogs.bcm.edu\u002F2018\u002F09\u002F12\u002Fwhat-is-lifestyle-medicine\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">said Sarah Keyes\u003C\u002Fa>, a certified lifestyle medicine professional at Baylor College of Medicine. “Through lifestyle medicine training, we are trying to change that and help the medical community treat disease by improving lifestyle-related behaviours.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\u003Cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F03\u002FPatient-Doctor-Partnership-768x360.png\" alt=\"empowered patient\" class=\"wp-image-23467\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F03\u002FPatient-Doctor-Partnership-768x360.png 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F03\u002FPatient-Doctor-Partnership-1536x721.png 1536w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F03\u002FPatient-Doctor-Partnership-512x240.png 512w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F03\u002FPatient-Doctor-Partnership.png 1547w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>“When you look at studies about actual causes of death, tobacco use, poor diet, physical inactivity and alcohol consumption are all primary contributors,” added Keyes. “All of the diseases we worry about in our patients, ourselves or family members result from lifestyle-related behaviours that we often don’t talk about.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Addressing those lifestyle behaviours to improve one’s health is what lifestyle medicine specialists focus on. Dr. Vernes describes that “\u003Cstrong>lifestyle medicine approaches medical care of chronic non-communicable diseases from a new dimension\u003C\u002Fstrong>”. She added, “we follow lifestyle health parameters to gain more information and other aspects of the patient; and this is where digital technology comes into the picture.” Indeed, digital health tools can augment lifestyle medicine specialists’ craft.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>Incorporating digital health into lifestyle medicine\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Core to the principles of lifestyle medicine is, as the Baylor School of Medicine pointed out, sleep and stress management, physical activity, relationships, and nutrition. For these ends, digital health already offers solutions adapted to monitor relevant parameters as preventive measures.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>The need for proper sleep cannot be stressed enough\u003C\u002Fstrong>. Studies linked improper sleeping habits to increased risk of \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\u002Fpmc\u002Farticles\u002FPMC6249821\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">certain cancer types\u003C\u002Fa>, \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.sciencedaily.com\u002Freleases\u002F2017\u002F01\u002F170127113010.htm\" target=\"_blank\">suppressed immune system\u003C\u002Fa>, and even to \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nih.gov\u002Fnews-events\u002Fnih-research-matters\u002Fsleep-deprivation-increases-alzheimers-protein\" target=\"_blank\">Alzheimer’s\u003C\u002Fa>. To improve one’s sleeping routine, numerous \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002F5-ways-for-sleep-tracking-a-week-long-experiment-with-apps-and-sensors\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">sensors and apps\u003C\u002Fa> such as \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fsleep.urbandroid.org\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">Sleep As Android\u003C\u002Fa>, the Apple Watch or the \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fsweet-dreams-in-a-headband-the-philips-smartsleep-review\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">SmartSleep headband\u003C\u002Fa> exist to analyse the optimal time to sleep\u002Fwake. You can also pay attention to what other factors, such as caffeine intake or dinner time affect your sleep based on your resulting sleep analysis and discuss with a specialist how to improve.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Stress is also an increasing concern \u003C\u002Fstrong>in our ever-hectic world. It can have \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.healthline.com\u002Fhealth\u002Fstress\u002Feffects-on-body#1\" target=\"_blank\">a myriad of repercussions\u003C\u002Fa> on the body from heartburn through insomnia to an increased risk of stroke. Here again, devices like the \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fbrain-sensing-tech-support-to-mindfulness-the-muse-review\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">Muse headband\u003C\u002Fa> and apps like \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.headspace.com\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">Headspace\u003C\u002Fa> greatly help in stress management.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Ffood-scanners\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">Food scanners\u003C\u002Fa> alert users to one of the constituents in their meal. Such devices can help \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002F71-ways-digital-health-technologies-help-fight-obesity\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">overweight patients\u003C\u002Fa> as well as those allergic to certain foodstuffs. Nima’s \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Ftesting-food-gluten-home-nima-sensor-review\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">gluten\u003C\u002Fa> and \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Ffighting-against-a-small-enemy-the-nima-peanut-sensor-review\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">peanut\u003C\u002Fa> sensors proved revolutionary for those who want to indulge in an occasional pastry without unpleasant consequences – sadly both products have been discontinued since then.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Lifestyle medicine specialists can recommend such solutions to their patients, who can more effectively monitor these parameters remotely and consult with their healthcare provider when results seem off.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lifestyle as an advantage\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Dr. Vernes shared experiences of her own during her medical practice that illustrate this advantage. “I had a patient coming to my office because his sleep app showed he had several awakenings during the night. It turned out that he had sleep apnea,” she said. “I have patients coming because their blood pressure machine shows that there is a heart rhythm problem – and have AFib. One patient had an alarm on the heart rate monitor due to his very low heart rate. He needed a cardiac implantable electronic device”.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Recently we have also \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.patreon.com\u002Fposts\u002Freal-benefit-of-35513458\" target=\"_blank\">interviewed a patient\u003C\u002Fa> whose Apple Watch correctly notified him of a previously undiscovered atrial fibrillation, a condition that predisposes him to strokes. This allowed him to take preventive measures and have his physician monitor his condition well before any complications arise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>With lifestyle medicine, such early detection and subsequent preventive measures can become commonplace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>The doctor-patient relationship of the future\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>For those healthcare professionals and students with an inclination toward technology, lifestyle medicine might be the area they are longing to specialise in. It’s one where they actively contribute to patients’ lives while using novel technologies for general healthcare purposes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>For example, I brought my healthcare data obtained from my sensors to my GP along with my genetic tests. Since she is also data-savvy, she analysed all information from these. She then designed a prevention program with diet and activity recommendations, and regular tests to take.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"432\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F09\u002F110_All-the-things-we-can-measure-in-digital-health-768x432.png\" alt=\"health data\" class=\"wp-image-24937\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F09\u002F110_All-the-things-we-can-measure-in-digital-health-768x432.png 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F09\u002F110_All-the-things-we-can-measure-in-digital-health-370x208.png 370w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F09\u002F110_All-the-things-we-can-measure-in-digital-health-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F09\u002F110_All-the-things-we-can-measure-in-digital-health-512x288.png 512w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F09\u002F110_All-the-things-we-can-measure-in-digital-health.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>“Traditionally we work with sick people, using medications, telling patient instructions, having a snapshot of the patients’ health status in the office and we mostly look for organic reasons as causation,” Dr. Vernes said. “\u003Cstrong>Lifestyle medicine emphasises nutrition, exercise, sleep restoration, stress release, avoidance of toxic substances, mental health and social connectedness as tools to better health based on scientific evidence. Patients are actively involved in their care. Medication (if needed) and behaviour changes are combined\u003C\u002Fstrong>.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Such an approach helps empower patients with their health data, while allowing healthcare professionals to regularly monitor their parameters for a preventive approach. This will eventually lead to an equal-level partnership between doctors and patients that we promote at The Medical Futurist, and lifestyle medicine can propel this vision.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"rendered":1452,"protected":15},"\u003Cp>I’ve been wearing several generations and types of smartwatches for a couple of years and I only remove my watch when I shower. I use […]\u003C\u002Fp>\n",28791,{"_acf_changed":15,"footnotes":7},[5,1195,232,469,1456,355],516,[1458,1459,1460,1461,1462,1463,1464,1465,1339,1466],220,402,1357,420,4881,4883,4885,4887,604,[73,74,75],[],[1470,1471,891,1472,1473,1474,1475,79,1476,81,1477,1478,1479,1480,1481,1482,1483,1484,1485,1486],4771,4805,4807,4779,4809,4781,4783,4785,1709,4795,1831,4797,2569,4799,4801,4769,4803,[1488,54,88,89,90,91,92,94,1224,254,480,1489,367,1490,1491,1492,1493,1494,1495,1496,1497,1360,1498,97,98,99],"post-28693","category-medical-education","tag-e-patient","tag-sleep","tag-sleep-apnea","tag-stress","tag-dr-vernes","tag-lifestyle-medicine","tag-baylor","tag-aclm","tag-food-scanner",{"id":1453,"alt_text":1500,"caption":1501,"description":1502,"media_type":102,"media_details":1503,"post":1438,"source_url":19},"Lifestyle medicine DTx app mental meditation","Lifestyle Medicine Could Be The Key For Digital Health Adoption – An emerging field in medicine, lifestyle medicine is addressing diet, exercise, sleep, social connectivity and stress in a more holistic approach to address the root causes of disease. With evidence-based therapies in lifestyle behaviors, it is also a way to patient empowerment.","Addressing the root causes of disease with evidence-based therapies in lifestyle behaviors. 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Yet, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.youtube.com\u002Fwatch?v=_MvImEQhUzM\">here we are\u003C\u002Fa>, this ultrasound test is almost a year old now, and where is a nutrigenomics test I could finally lay my hands on? Not even close.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>This is THE digital health technology I have been waiting for the longest and still had no chance to try. At the moment I can’t name a single service, a single direct-to-consumer (DTC) solution focusing on this area while being available and being backed by scientific evidence. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Why is that? I can name four reasons.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">But first, let’s explore, what is nutrigenomics at all? \u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>In simple terms, a science that aims to understand how specific humans react differently to specific nutrients due to their individual genetic characteristics, and how we can utilise this knowledge for each individual. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>In even simpler terms: a promise of an advancement that can provide you with scientifically backed data on what, how and when you should eat and what to avoid – based on your DNA. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"432\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F08\u002F192_tmf-01-768x432.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-29501\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F08\u002F192_tmf-01-768x432.png 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F08\u002F192_tmf-01-370x208.png 370w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F08\u002F192_tmf-01-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F08\u002F192_tmf-01-2048x1152.png 2048w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2020\u002F08\u002F192_tmf-01.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The more scientific \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nature.com\u002Fsubjects\u002Fnutrigenomics#:~:text=Nutrigenomics%20is%20the%20study%20of,variations%20affect%20the%20nutritional%20environment.\">definition by Nature\u003C\u002Fa> goes like this: “nutrigenomics is the study of the effects of food and food constituents on gene expression, and how genetic variations affect the nutritional environment. It focuses on understanding the interaction between nutrients and other dietary bioactives with the genome at the molecular level, to understand how specific nutrients or dietary regimes may affect human health.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reason 1: It is extremely challenging to learn nutritionally guiding principles from genetic tests \u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The first reason why we are not even close to fulfilling my dream about a tech providing omnipotent guidance for how and what I should (and should not) eat is that genetic test results tell us a million things, but we need something very specific here. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>For a reliably working nutrigenomics test, scientists should be able to draw definitive conclusions from our DNA regarding the specific metabolism-related effects this or that protein causes. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>We are getting somewhere with bordering areas of science, like food intolerance and food allergy tests – but these are not based on our genetics. Similarly, nutritional guidance can be based on our microbiome (the important collective of our gut bacteria), but then again, this is not focusing on our genes in this generalised way.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reason 2: Pricing will be very tricky\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Even if we had the scientific toolset to provide the genetically backed data we need for a reliably working nutrigenomics test, chances are it would not come at a price people would be willing to pay. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Just as 23andMe had to offer its solution underpriced to build a wide enough customer base (and acquire enough data they can sell to pharma companies to make up for that fat red minus at the bottom of their earnings report), a reliably working nutrigenomics test would likely be way too expensive for us everyday folks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reason 3: Nutrigenomics will not offer easy fixes for fast results\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Whether we like it or not, we live in an era of quick fixes. A nutrigenomics test would definitely not provide simple, easy-to-follow solutions offering striking results in just 7 days. Without efforts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>I wonder how many customers would be happy to dive into a definite knowledge pack that almost certainly demanded lifestyle and nutritional changes, and adaptation of a dietary regime that could only offer benefits in the long run. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"584\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2022\u002F06\u002Ffood-healthy-lifestyle-eating-Photo-credit-Mohamed-Hassan-768x584.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-46622\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2022\u002F06\u002Ffood-healthy-lifestyle-eating-Photo-credit-Mohamed-Hassan-768x584.jpg 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2022\u002F06\u002Ffood-healthy-lifestyle-eating-Photo-credit-Mohamed-Hassan.jpg 1421w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption>Photo: Mohamed Hassan, Creative Commons\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Of course, we all know (deep down) that this is the way, for having the health benefits of eating healthily we should actually eat healthily for years and decades. For the benefits of being sporty, we should exercise multiple times a week for years and decades. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>But having it written once and for all, based on our DNA? That might not be a thing masses of people will internalise quickly and happily. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reason 4: All you see is bogus, fake science everywhere\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The online world is just full of bogus solutions, services, and products that at first seem scientific, and it would make even the most experienced researcher sweat to try and find a single credible solution in this mass offering of snake oil wonders. How could an everyday person see through this jungle? It certainly is not an easy feat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">All in all\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Of course, we are not giving up hope to be among the first ones to test a reliably working, accessible, DTC nutrigenomics test. While this time arrives, I will figuratively put nutrigenomics on my shelf of flops, right next to my – very solid – 3D printed cast. \u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"rendered":1588,"protected":15},"\u003Cp>Four reasons why we still don’t have reliably working nutrigenomics tests, which could tell us what we should eat based on our dna. 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Ring (Gen3) Review: Does The Oura Ring Really Work?",{"rendered":1710,"protected":15},"\n\u003Cp>The Oura Ring from Finland-based ŌURA was making waves over the past years, partly due to the technology behind the item, and in part due to well-placed PR moves. Twitter’s co-founder \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.fastcompany.com\u002F90478002\u002Fjack-dorsey-is-sleeping-just-fine-thank-you\" target=\"_blank\">Jack Dorsey wears one\u003C\u002Fa> as do \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fouraring.com\u002Fblog\u002Fpartners-with-the-nba\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">NBA players\u003C\u002Fa>; but the smart ring made waves recently \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.theverge.com\u002F2021\u002F6\u002F15\u002F22535204\u002Fapple-watch-fitbit-oura-wearables-illness-prediction\" target=\"_blank\">following reports\u003C\u002Fa> that it could indicate when the wearer is sick before symptoms show. In some cases, it could potentially help identify asymptomatic COVID-19 infections, which can make \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.mobihealthnews.com\u002Fnews\u002Foura-ring-detects-onset-fever-common-covid-19-symptom\" target=\"_blank\">up to 40%\u003C\u002Fa> of cases. Quite the ability-enhancing wearable for our non-fantasy world; but would it satisfy digital health and fitness enthusiasts?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>That’s what we’ll find out in this review as we’ve had the opportunity to test the Oura Ring. More specifically, it is the newly-released generation 3 (Gen3) model, which is similar in size to the Gen2 but packs thrice the number of sensors and has expanded memory. So let’s slide it on!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\u003Cdiv class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n\u003Ciframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Introducing the Oura Ring Gen3\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.youtube.com\u002Fembed\u002FcuRmwctvZ2k?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen>\u003C\u002Fiframe>\n\u003C\u002Fdiv>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>Wielding the ring… out of its box\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The Oura Ring is one sleek and stylish wearable packing a decidedly minimalist appeal. Design-wise, it might be the most inconspicuous fitness tracker we’ve tested so far. It just looks like a regular ring, albeit slightly larger than what most rings look like but still not obnoxiously salient. However, this also depends on the user’s fingers as the ring might look more conspicuous on slender fingers. That said, wearing a smart ring with well-concealed sensors aligns well with \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fhealthcare-should-be-invisible\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">the “invisible healthcare” that we envisioned\u003C\u002Fa>; and ŌURA inches closer to that vision.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Before sliding it on your finger though, you’ll need to find the right size for you. ŌURA will send you a sizing kit once you place your order. This kit comes with a number of dummy rings of different diameters and you’ll have to find one that fits your finger best (ŌURA recommends the index finger for optimal performance and accuracy). \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2022\u002F01\u002Foura-ring-sizing-kit-768x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-37943\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2022\u002F01\u002Foura-ring-sizing-kit-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2022\u002F01\u002Foura-ring-sizing-kit-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2022\u002F01\u002Foura-ring-sizing-kit.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Once you find the desired size, it is recommended to wear the dummy ring for around 24 hours so that you can ensure that it’s the proper fit as you go on with your daily activities. We would strongly recommend abiding by this sizing procedure as a well-fitted ring will be able to monitor your metrics better. This will also ensure that you don’t use a larger ring that might slip off your finger unawares or one that’s too tight that can cause discomfort over extended periods.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Once you’re satisfied with the ring size, you can inform the company and they will arrange for your actual ring to ship to you. This might take around one week or more; and once it is delivered, you’ll find the Oura Ring itself, a charging cable and its wireless charging dock. After juicing the device up, it’s time to finally wield it on your finger as the powerful Sauron would and see how it can augment your humane abilities!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\u003Cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2022\u002F01\u002Foura-contents-768x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-37917\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2022\u002F01\u002Foura-contents-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2022\u002F01\u002Foura-contents-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2022\u002F01\u002Foura-contents.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>Fitness tracking at your fingertips\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Weighing between 4 to 6 grams (depending on the ring size), it is easy to forget that you are wearing the Oura Ring at all. We’ve found ourselves double-checking to see if the ring is still in place and hasn’t slid off unexpectedly; it’s that light, inconspicuous and surprisingly comfortable. This is more so if you wear it on your non-dominant hand and don’t have other rings in the adjacent fingers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>In fact, it very much appears that the Oura Ring is designed to be forgotten by the user while it handles all of the tracking. It is water-resistant up to 100 metres; meaning you can safely wear it while showering, doing the dishes or even swimming. We’ve easily got 5 days of battery life from a single charge with Bluetooth on; while more can be juiced out if you switch on Airplane Mode. It’s more than what most smartwatches can muster, and not having to worry about the battery life every single day provides a sense of peace of mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Luckily, even when offline, the Oura Ring will keep monitoring your health metrics, store them for up to 7 days and upload them to the companion app once you get it back online. The companion app also provides over 50 guided audio sessions for meditation, sleep, focus, energy boosts, among others.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>As for the actual metrics that this wearable monitors, they are multifold. It tracks your heart rate round the clock; counts your steps taken; monitors your sleep patterns; tracks your temperature as well as offers period tracking and prediction. The latter is a welcome addition given how fitness trackers often omit period monitoring despite it being essential for the female demographic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\u003Cdiv class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n\u003Ciframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Features of the Oura Ring Generation 3\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.youtube.com\u002Fembed\u002Fj5r7xlQBz3Y?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen>\u003C\u002Fiframe>\n\u003C\u002Fdiv>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>All these metrics are condensed in an easy-to-digest manner in the form of 3 scores: Readiness, Activity and Sleep. The Sleep Score lets you know how restful your night was by taking into account factors like your sleep stages and nightly heart rate. Readiness gives you an indication regarding how well you can expect to perform during the day by factoring in your sleep, activity and body stress signals such as temperature and heart rate variability. As for Activity, it tells you about your active calorie burn and inactive time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>These scores really do help give the user a handy view of their fitness levels at a glance; with more details about the actual metrics available on the dedicated tabs of each score.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-3 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\u003Cul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\">\u003Cli class=\"blocks-gallery-item\">\u003Cfigure>\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"503\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2022\u002F01\u002Foura-app-5.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"37927\" data-full-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2022\u002F01\u002Foura-app-5.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002F?attachment_id=37927\" class=\"wp-image-37927\"\u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli class=\"blocks-gallery-item\">\u003Cfigure>\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"502\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2022\u002F01\u002Foura-app-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"37925\" data-full-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2022\u002F01\u002Foura-app-4.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002F?attachment_id=37925\" class=\"wp-image-37925\"\u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli class=\"blocks-gallery-item\">\u003Cfigure>\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"502\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2022\u002F01\u002Foura-app-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"37923\" data-full-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2022\u002F01\u002Foura-app-3.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002F?attachment_id=37923\" class=\"wp-image-37923\"\u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli class=\"blocks-gallery-item\">\u003Cfigure>\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"502\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2022\u002F01\u002Foura-app-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"37921\" data-full-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2022\u002F01\u002Foura-app-2.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002F?attachment_id=37921\" class=\"wp-image-37921\"\u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli class=\"blocks-gallery-item\">\u003Cfigure>\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"504\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2022\u002F01\u002Foura-app-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"37919\" data-full-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2022\u002F01\u002Foura-app-1.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002F?attachment_id=37919\" class=\"wp-image-37919\"\u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>The science of the Oura Ring\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>All things considered, the Oura Ring is a pretty impressive piece of tech, given how many sensors are packed in its tiny form factor. It even monitors metrics that have traditionally required dedicated devices, and this really shows the wonders of digital health technologies. When compared to other fitness trackers like the \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fputting-wear-os-by-google-to-the-test-the-ticwatch-pro-2020-review\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">TicWatch Pro\u003C\u002Fa>, we found the smart ring’s data such as step count, sleep and heart rate monitoring to be comparable. While the companion app neatly syncs your workouts through Apple Health and Google Fit, you can also manually add a workout or activity. It could thus effectively replace a fitness tracker if you don’t want your fitness tracker to have a screen with distracting notifications. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\u003Cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2022\u002F01\u002Foura-ring-and-app-768x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-37945\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2022\u002F01\u002Foura-ring-and-app-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2022\u002F01\u002Foura-ring-and-app.jpg 1161w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>It’s further encouraging to see that the technology is backed by studies. One \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nature.com\u002Farticles\u002Fs41598-020-78355-6\" target=\"_blank\">peer reviewed study\u003C\u002Fa>, where ŌURA was a minority investor, found that the device could be appropriate to detect the onset of fever before symptoms show. While the company backed this study, it was peer-reviewed and ŌURA was not involved in analysing and interpreting the data. However, the Oura Ring has also attracted other independent studies. One such \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\u002Fpmc\u002Farticles\u002FPMC7683606\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">study from the University of California\u003C\u002Fa> found the device to be rather appropriate for non-invasive fertility assessment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>However, one must not consider getting the ring to figure out if they’ve been infected with COVID-19 or the flu. The key here is that it can only indicate potential ailments and the device itself should not have the final word. Instead, it’s the task of medical professionals. Users of the Oura Ring can consult with their physicians in case of suspicious readings; and the latter can recommend retaking measurements and analyse the data remotely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>A long term affair\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>While the Oura Ring provides a number of useful health tracking, it still feels a bit incomplete at the time of writing; especially considering \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fouraring.com\u002Fproduct\u002Fheritage-silver\" target=\"_blank\">the $299 price tag\u003C\u002Fa>. Firstly, even though you can monitor your heart rate at will with it, you cannot do the same for your body temperature. You can see how your body temperature varies overall on a specific day but not your current body temperature. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Moreover, several features still haven’t been made public but are expected to roll out this year. For example, the handy Period Prediction is accessible on iOS devices but not on Android. Workout heart rate and insights are also expected to come in early 2022; while sleep blood oxygen levels (SpO2) tracking will launch later in the year.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>And while ŌURA touts its device as being one of the most accurate sleep trackers, it lacks a feature that The Medical Futurist considers as \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fthe-smart-sleep-alarm-is-the-holy-grail-of-health-tracking\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">the holy grail of health tracking\u003C\u002Fa>: a smart sleep alarm. Even though the companion app provides detailed sleep tracking data, it doesn’t include a smart alarm feature to wake the user up at the optimal time. An alternative could be to have the ring gently rumble, but the additional electronics involved might make the device bulkier.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>And lastly, even though you are paying a rather hefty price for the Gen3 ring, you will need to factor in some more costs if you want full access to the Oura app and its handy insights and personalised recommendations. All new Oura Ring users are provided with 6 free months of membership but will have to pay $7 per month afterwards to make full use of the app and its features.  \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\u003Cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2022\u002F01\u002Foura-ring-charging-768x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-37931\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2022\u002F01\u002Foura-ring-charging-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2022\u002F01\u002Foura-ring-charging-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2022\u002F01\u002Foura-ring-charging.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>However, even if you can afford it, you might want to wait till all of its features are unlocked. With the Gen3’s improved and additional sensors, ŌURA says that what is accessible at the moment scratches the surface of the ring’s capabilities. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Chr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\u002F>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>This smart ring might not be everyone’s choice, but it is a promising one. Once its full potential is put on display, the Oura Ring Gen3 might make for an even more enticing device than it currently is; and we can’t wait to see more of what new abilities it has in store. \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cem>Written by Dr. Bertalan Meskó & Dr. Pranavsingh Dhunnoo\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cdiv style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\">\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n\n\n\u003Ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #eee; border-top: 4px solid #444;\" cellpadding=\"10px\">\n\u003Ctbody>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd style=\"width: 100%;\">\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>At The Medical Futurist, we are building a community for making a bold vision about the future of healthcare reality today.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ciframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.youtube.com\u002Fembed\u002FFIbMejImnxs\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\">\u003C\u002Fiframe>\n\u003Cp>If you’d like to support this mission, we invite you to \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.patreon.com\u002Fthemedicalfuturist\">join The Medical Futurist Patreon Community\u003C\u002Fa>. 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Thank you.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003C\u002Ftbody>\n\u003C\u002Ftable>\n\u003Cp> \u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"rendered":1712,"protected":15},"\u003Cp>The Oura Ring from Finland-based ŌURA was making waves over the past years, partly due to the technology behind the item, and in part due […]\u003C\u002Fp>\n",38073,{"_acf_changed":15,"footnotes":7},[1329,5,1195,232,1331,695],[1717,1718,1719,1720,1721,1722,1723],933,1509,6041,6331,7501,7503,623,[],[],[1727,248,79,81,364,588,1728,242,1729,1730,1731,1732,1089],3847,5893,3317,3327,3547,3833,[1734,54,88,89,90,91,92,1351,94,1224,254,1353,737,1735,1736,1737,1738,1739,1740,1741],"post-37911","tag-fitness-tracker","tag-ring","tag-covid-19","tag-oura","tag-gen3","tag-smart-tracker","tag-review",{"id":1713,"alt_text":7,"caption":7,"description":1743,"media_type":102,"media_details":1744,"post":1698,"source_url":1761},"the OURA ring review",{"width":1094,"height":775,"file":1745,"sizes":1746,"image_meta":1760},"2022\u002F01\u002Ftmf_article_311-01.png",{"medium":1747,"large":1750,"thumbnail":1753,"medium_large":1756,"1536x1536":1757},{"file":1748,"width":780,"height":781,"mime-type":113,"source_url":1749},"tmf_article_311-01-370x208.png","https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2022\u002F01\u002Ftmf_article_311-01-370x208.png",{"file":1751,"width":785,"height":1104,"mime-type":113,"source_url":1752},"tmf_article_311-01-768x432.png","https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2022\u002F01\u002Ftmf_article_311-01-768x432.png",{"file":1754,"width":790,"height":790,"mime-type":113,"source_url":1755},"tmf_article_311-01-150x150.png","https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2022\u002F01\u002Ftmf_article_311-01-150x150.png",{"file":1751,"width":785,"height":1104,"mime-type":113,"source_url":1752},{"file":1758,"width":795,"height":1114,"mime-type":113,"source_url":1759},"tmf_article_311-01-1536x864.png","https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2022\u002F01\u002Ftmf_article_311-01-1536x864.png",{"aperture":141,"credit":7,"camera":7,"caption":7,"created_timestamp":141,"copyright":7,"focal_length":141,"iso":141,"shutter_speed":141,"title":7,"orientation":141},"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2022\u002F01\u002Ftmf_article_311-01.png",{"cta_type":7,"cta_color":7,"subtitle":7,"related_books":1763,"related_posts_footer":1765,"related_posts":15},[1764,811],24759,[1766,1767,1768],37637,37591,23770,{"yoast_wpseo_title":1770,"yoast_wpseo_metadesc":1771,"yoast_wpseo_canonical":1706},"Oura Ring (Gen3) Review: Does The Oura Ring Really Work? - The Medical Futurist","A lot of tech in a small device – wait till the features unlock. The Medical Futurist review of the OURA ring.",{"self":1773,"collection":1778,"about":1780,"author":1782,"replies":1784,"version-history":1787,"predecessor-version":1790,"wp:featuredmedia":1794,"wp:attachment":1797,"wp:term":1800,"curies":1811},[1774],{"href":1775,"targetHints":1776},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fposts\u002F37911",{"allow":1777},[28],[1779],{"href":171},[1781],{"href":174},[1783],{"embeddable":42,"href":419},[1785],{"embeddable":42,"href":1786},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fcomments?post=37911",[1788],{"count":841,"href":1789},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fposts\u002F37911\u002Frevisions",[1791],{"id":1792,"href":1793},38195,"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fposts\u002F37911\u002Frevisions\u002F38195",[1795],{"embeddable":42,"href":1796},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fmedia\u002F38073",[1798],{"href":1799},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fmedia?parent=37911",[1801,1803,1805,1807,1809],{"taxonomy":11,"embeddable":42,"href":1802},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fcategories?post=37911",{"taxonomy":199,"embeddable":42,"href":1804},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Ftags?post=37911",{"taxonomy":202,"embeddable":42,"href":1806},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fproject_category?post=37911",{"taxonomy":205,"embeddable":42,"href":1808},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fcontact_email_category?post=37911",{"taxonomy":208,"embeddable":42,"href":1810},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-json\u002Fwp\u002Fv2\u002Fyst_prominent_words?post=37911",[1812],{"name":40,"href":41,"templated":42},{"id":1814,"date":1815,"date_gmt":1816,"guid":1817,"modified":1819,"modified_gmt":1820,"slug":1821,"status":53,"type":54,"link":1822,"title":1823,"content":1825,"excerpt":1827,"author":351,"featured_media":1829,"comment_status":64,"ping_status":64,"sticky":42,"template":7,"format":65,"meta":1830,"categories":1831,"tags":1835,"project_category":1839,"contact_email_category":1841,"yst_prominent_words":1842,"class_list":1843,"better_featured_image":1852,"acf":1885,"yoast_meta":1886,"_links":1889},37617,"2022-01-18T10:00:00","2022-01-18T09:00:00",{"rendered":1818},"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002F?post_id=37617&_wpnonce=afb497010a&status=auto-draft&type=post","2022-01-18T09:26:45","2022-01-18T08:26:45","technology-and-euthanasia","https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Ftechnology-and-euthanasia",{"rendered":1824},"The Potential Role Of Technology In Euthanasia And Assisted Death",{"rendered":1826,"protected":15},"\n\u003Cp>In early 2021, Spanish lawmakers \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fapnews.com\u002Farticle\u002Feurope-legislation-assisted-suicide-euthanasia-bills-49516fa35c6ae50b9be885df8506fa91\" target=\"_blank\">legalised euthanasia and assisted death\u003C\u002Fa> for patients suffering from unbearable and\u002For incurable conditions, making Spain \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bmj.com\u002Fcontent\u002F372\u002Fbmj.n147\" target=\"_blank\">the sixth country in the world\u003C\u002Fa> to do so. Prior to this move, the Netherlands \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fapnews.com\u002Farticle\u002Feurope-health-courts-dementia-euthanasia-1ed45f0819e788708da51d161b48e9f8\" target=\"_blank\">expanded the eligibility to euthanasia\u003C\u002Fa> to include advanced dementia patients, provided they made an earlier written request.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Following the new law in Spain, Health Minister \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fapnews.com\u002Farticle\u002Feurope-legislation-assisted-suicide-euthanasia-bills-49516fa35c6ae50b9be885df8506fa91\" target=\"_blank\">Carolina Darias said\u003C\u002Fa> that “we are heading towards a more humane and fair society”. She further praised this acknowledgement of the right to an assisted death as a crucial move “towards the recognition of human rights”.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>As countries tend to legalise euthanasia and assisted death, it is only a matter of time before technology comes into the picture; especially given that we are in the digital health age. Indeed, in December 2021, news emerged about an organisation \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.swissinfo.ch\u002Feng\u002Fsarco-suicide-capsule--passes-legal-review--in-switzerland\u002F46966510\" target=\"_blank\">developing a 3D-printed capsule\u003C\u002Fa> destined for use in peaceful assisted suicide; without the need for a professional and that may legally be operated in the country. The developers aim to de-medicalise the dying process and even plan to integrate an artificial intelligence system to gauge the person’s mental capacity before they can employ the device.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"432\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2022\u002F01\u002Fsarco-suicide-capsule-sample-768x432.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-37707\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2022\u002F01\u002Fsarco-suicide-capsule-sample-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2022\u002F01\u002Fsarco-suicide-capsule-sample-370x208.jpg 370w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2022\u002F01\u002Fsarco-suicide-capsule-sample.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption>Source: https:\u002F\u002Fwww.thetimes.co.uk\u002F\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>While euthanasia and assisted death are sensitive topics to discuss, the genesis of so-called “tech-assisted dying” makes them a timely matter. Such novel methods will surely generate a host of legal and ethical issues to which we might not have definitive answers now. But this article contemplates the role of technology in euthanasia and assisted dying, as we might increasingly deal with the topic in the future.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cdiv style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\">\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>Euthanasia, assisted dying and assisted suicide\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>While they have different meanings, “euthanasia”, “assisted dying” and “assisted suicide” are often used interchangeably. For the sake of simplicity, we will also use the terms interchangeably here, but it could help to know more about the differences between them. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Dr. Andrew McGee, an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Law at the Queensland University of Technology, \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ftheconversation.com\u002Fin-places-where-its-legal-how-many-people-are-ending-their-lives-using-euthanasia-73755\" target=\"_blank\">describes\u003C\u002Fa> “assisted dying” (or “assisted death”) where a medication that speeds up the process of dying is ultimately taken by the patient. He highlights that this process involves people who are already dying. On the other hand, “assisted suicide” also involves people without terminal disease but getting assistance to commit suicide. As for “euthanasia”, Dr McGee points out that it involves a physician administering the drug to the patient. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\u003Cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"414\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F12\u002Feuthanasia-img-768x414.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-37629\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F12\u002Feuthanasia-img-768x414.jpg 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F12\u002Feuthanasia-img-1536x827.jpg 1536w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F12\u002Feuthanasia-img-2048x1103.jpg 2048w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F12\u002Feuthanasia-img.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption>Source: https:\u002F\u002Fwww.dailymaverick.co.za\u002F\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Countries and states have different reasons to allow for legally accepted euthanasia. Some researchers \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\u002F27380345\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">have found\u003C\u002Fa> that in some U. S. states, the loss of autonomy and dignity are dominant motives for physician-assisted suicide. However, for those with similar woes but living in areas without the right to an assisted death, could technology become their assistant?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>Technology assisting the dying process\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Packing an aesthetic that feels reminiscent of the \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Falienanthology.fandom.com\u002Fwiki\u002FHypersleep_Chamber\" target=\"_blank\">hypersleep chambers in the movie \u003Cem>Alien\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fa>, the futuristic-looking \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.exitinternational.net\u002Fsarco\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">Sarco assisted suicide pod\u003C\u002Fa> was designed to suggest a trip to a new destination. As its name implies, it is a one-way destination. It aims to provide conditions for a “peaceful, even euphoric death” to those in need of assisted death in a legal way; while not requiring the assistance of a doctor. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>“It’s a 3-D printed capsule, activated from the inside by the person intending to die,” \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.swissinfo.ch\u002Feng\u002Fsarco-suicide-capsule--passes-legal-review--in-switzerland\u002F46966510\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">explains Philip Nitschke\u003C\u002Fa>, founder of Exit International which is developing Sarco. After answering some questions, the person can activate the machine which will fill the pod with nitrogen and reduce the oxygen level. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>“The person will feel a little disoriented and may feel slightly euphoric before they lose consciousness,” adds Nitschke. “Death takes place through hypoxia and hypocapnia, oxygen and carbon dioxide deprivation, respectively. There is no panic, no choking feeling.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-vimeo wp-block-embed-vimeo wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\u003Cdiv class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\nhttps:\u002F\u002Fvimeo.com\u002F333502917\n\u003C\u002Fdiv>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>There are \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.exitinternational.net\u002Fsarco\u002Fportable\u002F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">plans to integrate eye or voice control\u003C\u002Fa> to activate the pod as means of improving accessibility. The upper part is detachable \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.exitinternational.net\u002Fsarco\u002Fcoffin-incorpoated\u002F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">to double as a coffin\u003C\u002Fa>. Exit International further \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.swissinfo.ch\u002Feng\u002Fsarco-suicide-capsule--passes-legal-review--in-switzerland\u002F46966510\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">plans to develop an A.I. system\u003C\u002Fa> to determine the person’s mental capacity; following which they can be granted an access code to the Sarco.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>While the Sarco isn’t available for sale or use, \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fapnews.com\u002Farticle\u002Ffact-checking-993202650845\" target=\"_blank\">Nitschke expects\u003C\u002Fa> a working pod to be ready in early 2022. He is even hoping to \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.swissinfo.ch\u002Feng\u002Fsarco-suicide-capsule--passes-legal-review--in-switzerland\u002F46966510\">put it to\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.swissinfo.ch\u002Feng\u002Fsarco-suicide-capsule--passes-legal-review--in-switzerland\u002F46966510\" target=\"_blank\"> \u003C\u002Fa>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.swissinfo.ch\u002Feng\u002Fsarco-suicide-capsule--passes-legal-review--in-switzerland\u002F46966510\">use in Switzerland\u003C\u002Fa>, where he found \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fapnews.com\u002Farticle\u002Ffact-checking-993202650845\">no legal is\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fapnews.com\u002Farticle\u002Ffact-checking-993202650845\" target=\"_blank\">s\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fapnews.com\u002Farticle\u002Ffact-checking-993202650845\">ues \u003C\u002Fa>for the operation of Sarco. The legality of Sarco’s use relies on the fact that it doesn’t require any assistance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>De-medicalising the dying process or treading on thin ice?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>While the Sarco might be among tech’s first foray in assisted dying, it might not be the last one. Exit International \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.exitinternational.net\u002Fsarco\u002F3d-printed\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">plans to make\u003C\u002Fa> the pod’s blueprint available online for 3D printing. This could lead to large-scale availability of Sarco-like devices and what we could term as “tech-assisted dying”. And with such a new term comes new considerations.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>With Sarco, Exit International aims to de-medicalise the dying process.  “Currently a doctor or doctors need to be involved to prescribe the sodium pentobarbital and to confirm the person’s mental capacity,” \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.swissinfo.ch\u002Feng\u002Fsarco-suicide-capsule--passes-legal-review--in-switzerland\u002F46966510\" target=\"_blank\">says founder Philip Nitschke\u003C\u002Fa>. “We want to remove any kind of psychiatric review from the process and allow the individual to control the method themselves.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\u003Cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"511\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F12\u002Fsarco-assisted-dying-capsule-768x511.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-37621\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F12\u002Fsarco-assisted-dying-capsule-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F12\u002Fsarco-assisted-dying-capsule.jpg 1206w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption>The Sarco assisted suicide pod\u003Cbr>Source: https:\u002F\u002Fwww.swissinfo.ch\u002F\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>If such tech-assisted solutions to expand access to the dying process become more widespread, the medical and legal sectors will face a host of issues. Who can use or 3D print such devices? When and where can they use it? It could ease the psychological burden on medical professionals by having an automated system assist patients requesting euthanasia. But is this an ethical decision? Maybe patients would favour such a method when they are in unbearable pain and wish for a peaceful death but have no option for euthanasia in their country of residence or are constrained by the bureaucracies involved. And how receptive will society at large be to such a tool?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Those are some of the pressing questions that policymakers will need to address as euthanasia and assisted death take a technological approach.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>Deciding how and when we die\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>However, such ethical, legal, social implications might still be some years off. There aren’t many units of Sarco available, let alone operational. The first one \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.exitinternational.net\u002Fsarco\u002Fsarcomuseum-for-sepulchral-culture\u002F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">is on display\u003C\u002Fa> at the Museum for Sepulchral Culture in Kassel, Germany. The second prototype \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.swissinfo.ch\u002Feng\u002Fsarco-suicide-capsule--passes-legal-review--in-switzerland\u002F46966510\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">wasn’t deemed aesthetically pleasing\u003C\u002Fa> and hasn’t been publicly displayed. The third machine is expected to be operational in 2022.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>“Several of Sarco’s supplementary projects have been delayed due to the [Covid-19] pandemic,” \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.swissinfo.ch\u002Feng\u002Fsarco-suicide-capsule--passes-legal-review--in-switzerland\u002F46966510\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">added Nitschke\u003C\u002Fa>. “For instance, the development of a camera that allows the person to communicate with the people outside. There needs to be a recording of the person’s informed consent. This has been commissioned and the next step is to get it manufactured.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Chr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\u002F>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>But even if Sarco might be facing hurdles of its own, we need to generate discussions about the implications of such technologies because one day, healthcare might become so efficient that we might need to decide when and how we die. It’s a bit far-fetched but we never know; so we might as well be prepared to face such bioethical considerations.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cem>Written by Dr. Bertalan Meskó & Dr. Pranavsingh Dhunnoo\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cdiv style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\">\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n\n\n\u003Ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #eee; border-top: 4px solid #444;\" cellpadding=\"10px\">\n\u003Ctbody>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd style=\"width: 100%;\">\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>At The Medical Futurist, we are building a community for making a bold vision about the future of healthcare reality today.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ciframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.youtube.com\u002Fembed\u002FFIbMejImnxs\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\">\u003C\u002Fiframe>\n\u003Cp>If you’d like to support this mission, we invite you to \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.patreon.com\u002Fthemedicalfuturist\">join The Medical Futurist Patreon Community\u003C\u002Fa>. 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Thank you.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003C\u002Ftbody>\n\u003C\u002Ftable>\n\u003Cp> \u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"rendered":1828,"protected":15},"\u003Cp>In early 2021, Spanish lawmakers legalised euthanasia and assisted death for patients suffering from unbearable and\u002For incurable conditions, making Spain the sixth country in the […]\u003C\u002Fp>\n",24430,{"_acf_changed":15,"footnotes":7},[1832,5,1833,1592,1834],6261,511,800,[1836,1837,1838],130,7497,7499,[729,74,75,1840,1211],952,[],[],[1844,54,88,89,90,91,92,1845,94,1846,1613,1847,1848,1849,1850,769,98,99,1851,1238],"post-37617","category-forecast","category-bioethics","category-healthcare-policy","tag-3d-printing-2","tag-euthanasia","tag-assisted-dying","project_category-policy-makers",{"id":1829,"alt_text":1853,"caption":1854,"description":1855,"media_type":102,"media_details":1856,"post":1883,"source_url":1884},"medical data after death","What happens to your medical data after you die?","Do you know what kind of health data is generated about you and where it is stored? 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As many people think of their pets as their children, it’s no surprise these animals also get their momentum in digital health. But what it means exactly and what our buzzwords like telemedicine, wearable devices and even smart health tools mean in the pet-setting – we dive deep to find out.\u003C\u002Fh4>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>It’s not only that the number of pets adopted has grown significantly over the past 18 months – it’s also how pets, in general, received that much-needed boost regarding their immediate health issues. The pet market has grown; the sale of pet foods, toys, medicine and wearables skyrocketed. The pet care market is \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.gminsights.com\u002Fpressrelease\u002Fpet-care-market\">estimated to expand\u003C\u002Fa> from $216 billion in 2020 to $232 billion in 2021. And caring for pets is a long-term commitment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>But it’s not just the size of the market that drew our attention towards pets. Digital health tools and challenges are surprisingly similar to the ones physicians who treat people face, and the digital transformation will also lead to (animal) patients living longer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How digital health tools help our pets live longer – and happier\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>After all, what all owners want is their pets to live longer, healthier lives – similarly to what they desire for themselves. And they are not hesitant to buy similar tech solutions to reach that goal. Wearables and smart trackers dominate this market for our furry and non-furry friends alike.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wearables\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>These devices that capture vital parameters such as the body temperature, heart rate, respiration rate and pH levels help keep track of the pets’ health on a continuous basis. Remote monitoring tools help owners watch the animals remotely. Actually, it’s quite interesting how pet cameras are sold, for example, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fs?k=pet+camera&ref=nb_sb_noss_1\">on Amazon along with baby cams\u003C\u002Fa>. They even have \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FSmartPetLove-Snuggle-Puppy-Behavioral-Brown\u002Fdp\u002FB000C9YHFS?psc=1&pd_rd_w=9LUwh&pf_rd_p=25248977-401c-428a-bf0f-e1aa228a5886&pf_rd_r=MAE90WXVN3Z8G2183TER&pd_rd_r=7ab049ea-43ca-47be-91e9-e98e718dbd3a&pd_rd_wg=D79fm&ref_=sspa_dk_rhf_search_pt_sub_8&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExNTZZWFJPMTRUTVBIJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNTYxMDQxMlRQU0lUWk9TQTlTMCZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwMzA5NjQ1MVhKSkZBOUc2NjU4NSZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX3JoZl9zZWFyY2gmYWN0aW9uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl\">pet pets\u003C\u002Fa>, with heartbeat sounds to ease anxiety – just like the ones sold for kids.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\u003Cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1079\" height=\"674\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F10\u002F91si9v7gPaL._AC_SL1500_-edited.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36571\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F10\u002F91si9v7gPaL._AC_SL1500_-edited.jpg 1079w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F10\u002F91si9v7gPaL._AC_SL1500_-edited-768x480.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1079px) 100vw, 1079px\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption>PetPal\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Wearable trackers do serve a more immediate purpose. Knowing where your pet is (especially if it gets lost) is vital, and having a tracker to find the beloved one is a great help. The New York Times has a great collection of pet trackers, with a dog focus to find four-legged friends who got lost in city jungles. What is important is that you need to have a GPS embedded tracker, for Bluetooth-based ones only have a limited search range. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Remote monitoring\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fvetmeasure.com\u002Fpet-owners-dog-monitoring\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">Smart harnesses\u003C\u002Fa> can \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.veterinarypracticenews.com\u002Fhigh-tech-remote-health-monitoring\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">check the vitals remotely\u003C\u002Fa>, making sure your pet is watched even if you don’t see them. \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.pcmag.com\u002Freviews\u002Fpetpace-collar\" target=\"_blank\">PetPace smart collar\u003C\u002Fa> tracks heart rate, respiration, temperature, activity and calorie burn. Another fascinating technology is the \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Finnovate.research.ufl.edu\u002Ftag\u002Fvetguardian\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">VetGuardian\u003C\u002Fa> platform. It’s similar to a radar that tracks your pet’s vital signals from afar. In hospitals, we put all sorts of sensors on patients – but that would hardly work with energetic pets running and rolling around. Without a physical connection, the device can monitor and accurately track temperature, pulse, respiration and movement. It’s an astonishing technology that should be used in human hospitals, too!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\u003Cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"309\" height=\"291\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F10\u002FVetGuardians-Photo.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36573\"\u002F>\u003Cfigcaption>VetGuardian\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3D printing\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>It’s not just humans: pet prosthetics also get a boost from 3D technology. Just as in the case of a human, pets sometimes need special equipment to replace missing limbs, and novel \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.wired.com\u002Fstory\u002Fpet-prosthetics-3d-printing\u002F\">3D modelling software\u003C\u002Fa> are reaching the market to manufacture custom-designed prosthetics for animals. Dogs, cats, horses and other pets now have the chance to start anew – although, as one expert told The Medical Futurist, “\u003Cem>in most cases it’s for the well-being of the owner, not the dog. My dog would just be happy as long as I’m next to him – no matter how many legs he’s got.”\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Digital tech for vets\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Vets have to manage their online presence, launch telemedical services, deal with clients who google the symptoms of their pets and ask a lot of technological questions. Exactly the same way as in human healthcare.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Patient information management systems are equally important in animal clinics. Keeping track of an animal’s wellbeing adds significantly to its cure, and there are more and more platforms vets can choose from – at least in English. Vaccinations, lab or imaging results, contact details kept in a safe system is a must today for animal care practices.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Smartphone apps can help track the medical documents of our pets, keep us in contact with the vet – especially for post-surgical management – and telemedicine can improve access to care at any time. Remote care is the new reality of healthcare and as the pandemic accelerates the use of online appointments, e-vet platforms and virtual care, vets need to be conscious of additional organisational and data privacy issues, while they need to learn how to communicate effectively with their clients in these virtual spaces.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>However, in order to take advantage of all these, vets have to \u003Cstrong>\u003Cem>adapt to these technologies\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fstrong>. They also need to undergo the cultural transformation, just like physicians should, gain new skills about digital literacy and learn how to use new equipment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Could an A.I. learn Daschund?\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>As in human healthcare, A.I. holds big promises in the treatment of pets, too. It will inevitably change vet practices as it will transform human care, but it’ll likely to happen more slowly. A.I. can be used in administration in veterinary hospitals and clinics; speech-to-text A.I.-supported software programmes can help vets similarly as these GPs do; and fed with sufficient datasets, A.I. will become a superpower in supporting decisions in medical imaging. Will it be able to learn to speak cat? Unlikely, but it’s too good to miss out – and \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.engadget.com\u002Fcan-ai-unlock-the-secrets-of-animal-communication-170040760.html\" target=\"_blank\">researchers do try\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\u003Cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-large\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"369\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F10\u002FScreen-Shot-2021-10-14-at-10.24.09-768x369.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36575\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F10\u002FScreen-Shot-2021-10-14-at-10.24.09-768x369.png 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F10\u002FScreen-Shot-2021-10-14-at-10.24.09.png 871w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption>PetPuls\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Moreover there’s already an A.I.-powered dog collar that attempts to decipher a dog’s moods. \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.petpuls.net\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">Petpuls\u003C\u002Fa> uses “\u003Cem>a proprietary algorithm in combination with a proprietary database of more than 10K bark samples from 50 breeds of dogs in four different sizes to detect and determine five different emotional states of your dog — happy, relaxed, anxious, angry or sad\u003C\u002Fem>” – the company states. Reviews are good, but if it can really tell the mental wellbeing of your dog – only you’d know.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Chr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\u002F>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>Veterinarian care can expect the same trajectory of digital health technologies as we see in healthcare. And perhaps, in a strange way, the passion people have to keep their pets healthy will expose them to these new technologies enough so they can start taking advantage of them in their own healthcare as well\u003C\u002Fstrong>.\u003C\u002Fh4>\n\n\n\n\u003Cdiv style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\">\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n\n\n\u003Ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #eee; border-top: 4px solid #444;\" cellpadding=\"10px\">\n\u003Ctbody>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd style=\"width: 100%;\">\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>At The Medical Futurist, we are building a community for making a bold vision about the future of healthcare reality today.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ciframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.youtube.com\u002Fembed\u002FFIbMejImnxs\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\">\u003C\u002Fiframe>\n\u003Cp>If you’d like to support this mission, we invite you to \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.patreon.com\u002Fthemedicalfuturist\">join The Medical Futurist Patreon Community\u003C\u002Fa>. 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THE INFORMATION SHARED IN THE ARTICLE WAS ACCURATE AT THE TIME OF ITS PUBLICATION, BUT IT MAY BE OUT OF DATE NOW. \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fmagazine\">BROWSE OUR LATEST ARTICLES HERE\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003C\u002Ftd> \u003C\u002Ftr>\u003C\u002Ftbody>\u003C\u002Ftable>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Fitbit or Apple Watch for \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fhow-to-start-running\u002F\">running\u003C\u002Fa>? Garmin or Misfit for \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Ftop-swimming-trackers\u002F\">swimming\u003C\u002Fa>? Sleep Cycle or Sleep as Android for sleep tracking? What about measuring heart rate, blood pressure, or tracking how to cut out stress from your life? Dozens of gadgets on the healthcare wearable market promise you a healthier lifestyle, but it’s easy to go astray in the jungle of digital health gadgets. Let me show you my top choices when it comes to health wearables and trackers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>Guidance in the health wearable universe\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>By now, I have tested and used more than a hundred devices and gadgets that measure health parameters or vital signs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Thus, I know that finding the right healthcare wearable is a struggle. Sometimes technology in itself does not provide much help. For example, the \u003Ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FWearable-Technology\u002Fb?ie=UTF8&node=10048700011\" target=\"_blank\">Amazon Wearable marketplace\u003C\u002Fa> has so many wearable health devices that it makes it even harder to choose. Also, there are many problems you might encounter. A bunch of technological problems might arise: the device requires constant attention, needs to be charged constantly, Bluetooth connections unpair randomly and synchronization might be a nightmare. And when you finally “master” technology, it takes the skills of an IT guru combined with that of a trained physician to interpret the data. Some makers of healthcare wearables are better than others at providing insight into how to live better instead of dumping meaningless data in the users’ lap.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\u003Cdiv class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n\u003Ciframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"10 Commandments For Companies Developing Wearable Health Trackers\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.youtube.com\u002Fembed\u002FfBFEvQe-amk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen>\u003C\u002Fiframe>\n\u003C\u002Fdiv>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>So, here’s a list to find you the best health wearables and trackers. The ones that will cause you the least distress and the most positive outcomes according to my own experiences. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>1) For having the best night’s sleep\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>You surely know from the tale of Sleeping Beauty that the survival of empires could depend on a good night’s sleep. Research shows sleep is very important to brain power, health, beauty, and overall well-being. That’s what \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fhow-to-measure-sleep\u002F\">sleep apps\u003C\u002Fa> and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fthe-top-sleep-sensors-for-expert-level-tracking\u002F\">trackers\u003C\u002Fa> want to optimize. These usually measure when you fall asleep, wake up, how much time you spend in light or deep sleep, how your REM phase is. The best sleep sensors also possess a smart sleep alarm – the Holy Grail of sleep tracking – , the function to wake the user up at the best possible time. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>My choice: \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Ffitbit-ionic-review-bromance-pebble-smartwatch\">\u003Cstrong>Fitbit Ionic\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fa>: After \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002F9to5mac.com\u002F2016\u002F12\u002F07\u002Fpebble-acquired-by-fitbit\u002F\">Fitbit purchased Pebble in December 2016\u003C\u002Fa>, The Medical Futurist expected to see a combination of Pebble’s excellent sleep-tracking capabilities with Fitbit’s features. That’s the Ionic. It \u003Cstrong>unifies all the experience and knowledge of Pebble and Fitbit, and as a consequence, its sleep tracking function is better than ever. It tracks duration and consistency; while it also shows your time in light, deep and REM sleep to help you better understand your sleep quality.\u003C\u002Fstrong> Coupled with the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fsleep.urbandroid.org\u002F\">Sleep As Android\u003C\u002Fa> app, it can also provide the best smart sleep alarm on the market.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fsleep.urbandroid.org\u002F\">\u003Cstrong>Sleep As Android\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fa>: If you are new to sleep tracking, you don’t need to invest in a sleep sensor right away, a freely available sleep app is perfect for the first time period. Download \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fsleep.urbandroid.org\u002F\">Sleep As Android\u003C\u002Fa> to your Android smartphone. It will reveal valuable insights about your sleep: \u003Cstrong>it tracks light and deep sleep, records if you snore, if you talk in your sleep or have sleep abnormalities, and wake you up at the best possible time with its smart alarm\u003C\u002Fstrong>. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"288\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002F1712507217.rsc.cdn77.org\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F06\u002FSleeping-Woman-512x288.jpg\" alt=\"sleep apnea treatment\" class=\"wp-image-24120\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F06\u002FSleeping-Woman-512x288.jpg 512w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F06\u002FSleeping-Woman-370x208.jpg 370w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F06\u002FSleeping-Woman-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F06\u002FSleeping-Woman.jpg 992w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: www.abcnews.go.com\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>2) For staying fit and energetic\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Only if you spent your last years under a rock can happen that you didn’t hear about fitness and activity trackers, step counts and the 10,000-steps-a-day goal. Wearables and gadgets became a part of every enthusiastic sportsperson’s life. Most smartphones already have built-in apps for measuring your step count, running or biking. These activity trackers might also measure your pulse rate and create colorful graphs to help you figure out the best ways to keep your body fit and healthy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>My choice:\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.polar.com\u002Fus-en\u002Fproducts\u002Faccessories\u002Fh10_heart_rate_sensor\">Polar Chest Strap\u003C\u002Fa>: \u003C\u002Fstrong>Polar offers advanced, GPS-based smartwatches as well as the highly efficient chest straps to train and analyze data like a pro. Not only does the Polar chest strap ensure accurate heart rate monitoring, but it also provides connectivity to many fitness apps, gym equipment, smartwatches, and other training devices – taking into account the gazillion of fitness tracking options out there. Moreover, it offers the orthostatic test to find out how much can you strain your capabilities – if you are recovering from an injury or just try to systemically build towards the body of your dreams.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"341\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002F1712507217.rsc.cdn77.org\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F10\u002Fpolar-h10-hero-1-512x341.jpg\" alt=\"health wearables\" class=\"wp-image-24997\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F10\u002Fpolar-h10-hero-1-512x341.jpg 512w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F10\u002Fpolar-h10-hero-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F10\u002Fpolar-h10-hero-1.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: www.imore.com\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>3) For getting rid of stress in your life\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Stress is one of the biggest health risks in the 21\u003Csup>st\u003C\u002Fsup> century’s busy urban environment, full of constant impulses and distractions. A turbulent lifestyle comes with a price. No matter whether we’ are talking about \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.webmd.com\u002Fbalance\u002Fstress-management\u002Ffeatures\u002F10-fixable-stress-related-health-problems#1\">heart disease, diabetes, depression, obesity, gastrointestinal problems or asthma\u003C\u002Fa>, stress worsens them. Long hours in traffic jams, work deadlines, yelling bosses and colleagues, taking care of the kids, participating in social life. The list of stress factors could go on and on. They reduce your level of focus, lead to bad sleep and decrease emotional well-being. Luckily, there are already plenty of \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fimprove-mental-health-with-technology\u002F\">technological solutions for mental health\u003C\u002Fa> out there to offer efficient stress management.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>My choice: \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fthepip.com\u002Fen-eu\u002F\">PIP\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fstrong>: a tiny device designed to give immediate feedback about your stress levels. Its smartphone app helps you learn how to calm down by having you transform a depressing scene into a happy one by actively relaxing. You just hold the PIP device between the thumb and index fingers to measure skin conductivity for a few minutes. The longer you can keep stress low, the faster the scene changes. The task takes me about 15 minutes, while my wife does it in about 4 minutes. There’s no competition here, and it’s no stressor for me, obviously, to think about how much better she is, so I’m working on better results!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"323\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002F1712507217.rsc.cdn77.org\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2018\u002F05\u002Fpip-stress-managment-512x323.jpg\" alt=\"mental health with technology\" class=\"wp-image-17806\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2018\u002F05\u002Fpip-stress-managment-512x323.jpg 512w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2018\u002F05\u002Fpip-stress-managment-397x250.jpg 397w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2018\u002F05\u002Fpip-stress-managment.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: www.healthtechinsider.com\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>4) For keeping blood pressure optimal\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Hypertension is one of the most common chronic conditions throughout the world. \u003Ca href=\"http:\u002F\u002Fwww.imedicalapps.com\u002F2015\u002F02\u002Fphysician-review-withings-blood-pressure-monitor\u002F\">In the United States, nearly 80 million Americans have high blood pressure. \u003C\u002Fa>Many clinicians and patients use home blood pressure monitors to help manage high blood pressure, helping with everything from medication titration to supporting lifestyle modification.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>My choice:\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.withings.com\u002Feu\u002Fen\u002Fproducts\u002Fblood-pressure-monitor\">\u003Cstrong>Withings Blood Pressure\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fa>: one of the earliest connected devices available on the market. It consists of an app connecting through Bluetooth to the blood pressure monitor itself. The app measures heart rate, blood pressure and also counts the steps you take weekly. The Withings’ several useful features include the ability to set the monitor to take three measurements and report the average, which is consistent with medical recommendations. You can also set up reminders for various issues from taking your blood pressure to taking your medications.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>\u003Ca href=\"http:\u002F\u002Fgadgetsandwearables.com\u002F2017\u002F05\u002F03\u002Fihealth-clear\u002F\">iHealth Clear Blood Pressure Monitor\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fstrong>: as I consider accurate blood pressure monitoring as one of the most important aspects of patient care at home, I decided to give you another choice. The FDA-approved iHealth Clear provides an audio reading of your systolic, diastolic, heart rate, and the range the results fall under. This way, also people with visual impairments can easily use the monitor. It’s also incredibly fast: you can see your readings in 20 seconds! If you are interested in more details, we reviewed the wearable health device \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Ftalkative-blood-pressure-monitor-ihealth-clear-review\u002F\">here\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"259\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002F1712507217.rsc.cdn77.org\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2017\u002F06\u002Fihealth-clear-wireless-bp-monitor-05-512x259.jpg\" alt=\"blood pressure monitor\" class=\"wp-image-15828\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2017\u002F06\u002Fihealth-clear-wireless-bp-monitor-05-512x259.jpg 512w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2017\u002F06\u002Fihealth-clear-wireless-bp-monitor-05-768x388.jpg 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2017\u002F06\u002Fihealth-clear-wireless-bp-monitor-05-458x231.jpg 458w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2017\u002F06\u002Fihealth-clear-wireless-bp-monitor-05.jpg 870w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: www.ihealthlabs.eu\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>5) For keeping track of your weight           \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>In an age when people often assume that the ‘perfect body image’ equals success and health, measuring weight might be the most unpleasant daily activity. Poor scales have no idea that they can be the starting point of daily disappointments – but they shouldn’t be! You have to learn to live in peace with your body but know that weight constitutes an important factor for your health. As you know, obesity might lead to heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, and even stroke or cancer. On the other hand, being too skinny also leads to health problems such as anemia, low immune system or fertility issues. Thus, it is very important to find your optimum weight and the right body mass index (BMI) for yourself and to measure it on a regular basis.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>My choice:\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.fitbit.com\u002Feu\u002Faria2\">Fitbit Aria 2\u003C\u002Fa>: \u003C\u002Fstrong>a proud member of the Fitbit-family, a refreshed version of the Fitbit Area introduced in 2017. The smart scale tracks your weight, BMI, body fat percentage and lean mass, and uploads the information to a cloud-based account over your home Wi-Fi network. The Fitbit Aria 2 can sense up to eight different people, using an algorithm to remember longitudinal data. The best part is that it’s connected to the Fitbit app, where anyone can follow how weight changes as a result of their physical activity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"788\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002F1712507217.rsc.cdn77.org\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2016\u002F07\u002Ffitbit-aria2.jpg\" alt=\"health wearables\" class=\"wp-image-25000\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2016\u002F07\u002Ffitbit-aria2.jpg 1440w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2016\u002F07\u002Ffitbit-aria2-768x420.jpg 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2016\u002F07\u002Ffitbit-aria2-512x280.jpg 512w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: www.justrunlah.com\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>6) For keeping your heart healthy\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Your heart, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.webmd.com\u002Fhypertension-high-blood-pressure\u002Fqa\u002Fhow-much-blood-does-your-heart-pump\">this fist-sized powerhouse beats 100,000 times per day\u003C\u002Fa> – about 60 to 100 times each minute, pumping five or six quarts of blood each minute. As it is not a monotonous, robotic machine, higher and lower blood pressures can occur, just as the phenomenon of your ticker skipping a beat, especially when catching Jennifer Lawrence or Ryan Gosling sipping coffee on a random Italian terrace. If you allow smart gadgets to access, track and analyze your \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Ffuture-of-cardiology\u002F\">heart’s health\u003C\u002Fa>, you can predict and even prevent a host of problems, including serious diseases such as a sudden heart attack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>My choice:\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fbig-kardia-review-evolution-digital-health\u002F\">\u003Cstrong>AliveCor’s Kardia\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fa>: an FDA-approved, medical-grade ECG recorder, now with \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.alivecor.com\u002Fkardiamobile6l\u002F\">the option to have a 6-lead ECG\u003C\u002Fa> outside the doctor’s office. It’s only a little bit thicker than your credit card, and it can tell you within a minute whether your ECG is normal, whether you possibly have atrial fibrillation (AFib) or experience some “unclassified” risks. \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fnew-study-kardiaband-apple-watch\">A study found\u003C\u002Fa> that coupled with an Apple Watch, the Kardia was able to detect AFib with very high sensitivity. Moreover, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fnew-study-kardiaband-apple-watch\">another research has shown\u003C\u002Fa> that when paired with artificial intelligence technology, it was able to detect high potassium levels in blood non-invasively, which could signal diabetes or heart failure. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002F1712507217.rsc.cdn77.org\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2017\u002F04\u002Fkardia-alivecor_kardia-review-512x512.jpg\" alt=\"future of cardiology\" class=\"wp-image-15403\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2017\u002F04\u002Fkardia-alivecor_kardia-review-512x512.jpg 512w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2017\u002F04\u002Fkardia-alivecor_kardia-review-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2017\u002F04\u002Fkardia-alivecor_kardia-review-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2017\u002F04\u002Fkardia-alivecor_kardia-review-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2017\u002F04\u002Fkardia-alivecor_kardia-review.jpg 870w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: www.alivecor.com\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>7) For measuring your body temperature effectively\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>You surely remember vividly when you fell sick as a child, and the first thing your mom did was to check your temperature – which took long minutes of sitting still with a clinical thermometer stuck under your tongue or in your armpit. Luckily, recent innovations allow you to measure temperature in a fast and frustration-free way. Within seconds, you can tell whether you have a fever or you just listened to it too much on Spotify and the feeling got you.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>My choice: \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.viatomtech.com\u002Fcheckme-pro\">Viatom Checkme Pro\u003C\u002Fa>: \u003C\u002Fstrong>the closest device to date to the medical tricorder, a proper medical multitool. Not only does it measure your body temperature, but it also traces ECG,\u003Ca href=\"http:\u002F\u002Fwww.rifthealth.com\u002Fworld-exclusive-viatom-checkme-tricorder-review-1\u002F\"> measures pulse rate and rhythm, oxygen saturation, systolic blood pressure, physical activity, and sleep\u003C\u002Fa>. It only takes a second for the wearable health device to determine whether you have a fever. If you are curious about a detailed review, we analyzed the device from every possible aspect \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Ffirst-medical-tricorder-viatom-checkme-pro-review\u002F\">here\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"385\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002F1712507217.rsc.cdn77.org\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2017\u002F01\u002Fviatom-checkme-pro-review-512x385.jpg\" alt=\"Viatom Checkme Pro Review\" class=\"wp-image-14796\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2017\u002F01\u002Fviatom-checkme-pro-review-512x385.jpg 512w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2017\u002F01\u002Fviatom-checkme-pro-review-768x578.jpg 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2017\u002F01\u002Fviatom-checkme-pro-review-332x250.jpg 332w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2017\u002F01\u002Fviatom-checkme-pro-review.jpg 870w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: www.viatomtech.com\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>8) For helping to meditate well\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>As you already know, managing stress is vital to your health. There are many ways to effectively reduce your stress level, and you should definitely spend time finding the best possible way to do so. A popular method is meditation, which has been scientifically shown to reduce symptoms associated with stress, depression, and anxiety. Although you might not want technology to mess with your brain; it might actually help you to reach a calm and relaxing state of mind more easily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>My choice:\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"http:\u002F\u002Fwww.choosemuse.com\u002F\">\u003Cstrong>Muse headband\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fa>: the brain sensing headband helps you get the most out of your meditation practice by giving you real-time biofeedback of what is going on in your mind. The Muse is not some dystopian headset trying to alter your brain. Instead, its maker, InteraXon, \u003Ca href=\"http:\u002F\u002Fwww.wareable.com\u002Fwearable-tech\u002Fmuse-brain-sensing-headband-review-938\">wants to train you to alter it yourself.\u003C\u002Fa> The routine is simple. You put the Muse headset on, you complete the breathing exercises to the sound of waves (neutral), storms (bad) and tweeting birds (good) which indicate how focused and calm you are. If your mind is too active, the Muse gives you feedback to help you clear your thoughts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.headspace.com\u002F\">Headspace app\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fstrong>: if you would not buy a sensor, try this meditation app, which was even recommended by actress \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.imdb.com\u002Fname\u002Fnm0914612\u002F\">Emma Watson\u003C\u002Fa>, our favorite Mae from brilliant sci-fi book, The Circle. Although that movie was a flop, Headspace is an app for you to keep in mind. It is the best choice for anyone who wants to learn how to meditate and how to release stress even during a busy day. The daily guide only takes 10 minutes, helps focus and release anxiety, and master meditation. It has hundreds of themed sessions; you can use \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.fastcompany.com\u002F40561636\u002Fsix-apps-to-help-you-de-stress\">reminders or practice your weak points\u003C\u002Fa>. It’s an instant get for your mental wellbeing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"288\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002F1712507217.rsc.cdn77.org\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2018\u002F07\u002Fmeditation-apps-512x288.png\" alt=\"meditation apps\" class=\"wp-image-21054\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2018\u002F07\u002Fmeditation-apps-512x288.png 512w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2018\u002F07\u002Fmeditation-apps-370x208.png 370w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2018\u002F07\u002Fmeditation-apps-768x432.png 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2018\u002F07\u002Fmeditation-apps.png 870w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>9) For exercising in the best way possible\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>If the tons of information coming from every possible media channel, magazine, and common sense cannot convince you about the health benefits of exercising, neither can I. However, you should know that according to the US National Cancer Institute, leisure-time physical activity is associated with longer life expectancy. And it doesn’t matter whether you like to use the treadmill, or do cross-fit or aerobic, some health wearables can help you make the most of the exercises.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>My choice:\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Gymwatch Fitness Tracker\u003C\u002Fstrong>: a fitness tracker that is not about counting steps. Rather, it wants to become your personal fitness coach or your professional performance diagnostician. This is a health wearable that is built for the gym, specifically for people that head straight for the weights. Worn on the arm or leg, it helps you build muscle in the correct way and makes sure you are completing those reps properly. \u003Ca href=\"http:\u002F\u002Fwww.wareable.com\u002Ffitness-trackers\u002Fgymwatch\">The tracker gives you visual and verbal, real-time feedback\u003C\u002Fa>, and also connects you with its community of like-minded fitness enthusiasts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"369\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002F1712507217.rsc.cdn77.org\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2016\u002F11\u002Fgymwatch-512x369.png\" alt=\"Gymwatch - Wearables for Christmas\" class=\"wp-image-14544\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2016\u002F11\u002Fgymwatch-512x369.png 512w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2016\u002F11\u002Fgymwatch-768x553.png 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2016\u002F11\u002Fgymwatch-347x250.png 347w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2016\u002F11\u002Fgymwatch.png 870w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: www.gymwatch.com\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003Cstrong>10) For improving your general well-being \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>A mistake people often make when wanting to use technology to live better is rushing to buy a wearable device. Devising a way to optimize your life is up to you. A wearable can only show you data, which won’t be actionable if you don’t know what should be changed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>There was no tracker, health sensor or wearable back in 1997 \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fmy-excel-health-what-can-you-learn-from-my-2018-in-numbers\u002F\">when I started to quantify my health\u003C\u002Fa> to live to my fullest physical, emotional and mental capacity – for as long as possible, but at least beyond 100 years.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>I started to collect data on a piece of paper – and as a starter, I advise you to do the same. (okay if that’s too old-school then in a spreadsheet). I gave a score from 1 to 10 to my mental, physical and emotional health, and I disciplined myself to follow through every day\u003C\u002Fstrong>. Starting in 2016, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002F6-months-sleep-tracking-experiment-learnt\u002F\">an Excel spreadsheet took over the paper notes\u003C\u002Fa>, and I’ve been refining the system step by step ever since – according to the technological changes or my changing needs. For example, based on my system, I figured out that I need daily exercise to keep my mental health, so \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedicalfuturist.com\u002Fwhat-can-you-learn-about-your-lifestyle-in-a-simple-spreadsheet\">in 2017\u003C\u002Fa>, I intensively exercised 27 minutes on average every single day. Last year, I had 25 minutes of intensive exercise on average per day, and I trained 150 hours altogether.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"288\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002F1712507217.rsc.cdn77.org\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F01\u002Fcover-512x288.jpg\" alt=\"health data system\" class=\"wp-image-22715\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F01\u002Fcover-512x288.jpg 512w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F01\u002Fcover-370x208.jpg 370w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F01\u002Fcover-768x433.jpg 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.medicalfuturist.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2019\u002F01\u002Fcover.jpg 870w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Despite my numerous wearable medical devices, I still use such a spreadsheet every day. It helped me to understand how my body works, and understanding the problem itself is the first step towards the solution. Living better starts with vigilance about our health rather than using technology.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #eee; border-top: 4px solid #444;\" cellpadding=\"10px\">\n\u003Ctbody>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd style=\"width: 100%;\">\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>At The Medical Futurist, we are building a community for making a bold vision about the future of healthcare reality today.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ciframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.youtube.com\u002Fembed\u002FFIbMejImnxs\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\">\u003C\u002Fiframe>\n\u003Cp>If you’d like to support this mission, we invite you to \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.patreon.com\u002Fthemedicalfuturist\">join The Medical Futurist Patreon Community\u003C\u002Fa>. A community of empowered patients, future-oriented healthcare professionals, concerned health policymakers, sensible health tech developers, and enthusiastic medical students. If there were ever a time to join us, it is now. Every contribution, however big or small, powers our research and sustains our future.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.patreon.com\u002Fthemedicalfuturist\">\u003Cstrong style=\"background-color: #e71d3299; color: #000;\">Click here to support The Medical Futurist from as little as $3\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fa> – it only takes a minute. Thank you.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003C\u002Ftbody>\n\u003C\u002Ftable>\n\u003Cp> \u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"rendered":2058,"protected":15},"\u003Cp>Fitbit or Apple Watch for running? Garmin or Misfit for swimming? Sleep Cycle or Sleep as Android for sleep tracking? What about measuring heart rate, blood pressure, or tracking how to cut out stress from your life? Dozens of gadgets on the healthcare wearable market promise you a healthier lifestyle, but it’s easy to go astray in the jungle of digital health gadgets. 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