Wearable Devices: The Impact On Personal Health

Wearable devices are common terms used to describe technological devices worn by individuals for health, fashion, and other aesthetic purposes. It is used in the health sector and the technology sector. Wearable devices have gained popularity since the late 2000s.

What is a wearable device?

A wearable device is an electronic device comprising microchips, a memory battery, extra-sensitive sensors, and communication technologies. Most wearable devices, such as smartwatches, accelerometers, gyroscopes, and heart rate monitors, have become a necessity and accessory in everyday life.

The science behind the creation of wearable technology in the health sector is to improve the general well-being of patients and users. It is also used to provide information on a patient’s health status. As medical practitioners, it can be challenging to gather accurate information and data based on what is provided or information given orally by patients, as there may be fluctuations in accuracy.

With wearable technology systems, it is easy for medical practitioners to know the health status of their patients via data collected from their devices. All wearable devices have sensitive sensors that are more accurate and capable of collecting data. The most commonly used machines are smart watches, heart rate monitors, fitness trackers, and so on.

The invention of these devices allows medical practitioners to monitor disease and track down medical conditions.

Advantages of Wearable Devices

Improved fitness and health 

Smartwatches, fitness trackers, and other devices have helped users provide information that allows them to monitor their health. A smartwatch can tell the number of daily steps, calories burned, pulse rate, and even heart rate. There are also upcoming technology devices available to type 1 diabetes patients that alert when the body is hypoglycemic. With all this information, individuals can set achievable goals and make decisions about their health and lifestyle.

Security and safety 

Wearable devices have an in-built security alert system that provides security and safety. Most wearable devices have trackers that can track the user’s location at any time. Other smartwatches have been programmed with an automatic call for help if the user feels threatened or is in danger. Wearable devices with voice assistants like Siri and Alexa can improve communication between users and their healthcare providers, family, loved ones, and friends.

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Wearable devices have come a long way since the first Apple smartwatch was produced, and research is ongoing to prove the available technology and the value of wearables. Therefore, you might see more amazing tools available on wearables.

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Chinyere Nwokike

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