Wearable Health Devices for Diagnosis Support: Evolution and Future Tendencies.

Area of Science:

• Biomedical Engineering
• Health Informatics
• Digital Health

Background:

• The proliferation of wearable devices has significantly impacted various sectors, notably healthcare.
• The integration of telemedicine further amplifies the utility and adoption of these devices in health monitoring and management.
• Understanding the trajectory of wearable technology in healthcare is crucial for future innovation.

Purpose of the Study:

• To conduct a comprehensive analysis of wearable device utilization in healthcare over the past decade.
• To identify general trends, specific technological components (sensors, communication), and disease applications.
• To compare commercial and research landscapes and forecast future trends in healthcare wearables.

Main Methods:

• Systematic review of research publications and marketed wearable devices from the last 10 years.
• Analysis of trends in device usage, sensor technologies, communication protocols, and targeted diseases.
• Comparative assessment of research versus commercial product development in the healthcare wearable sector.

Main Results:

• Significant growth in wearable device adoption for healthcare applications observed over the last decade.
• Key trends identified in sensor technology, wireless communication (e.g., Bluetooth, Wi-Fi), and application to chronic disease management.
• Discrepancies noted between research focus and commercially available healthcare wearable products.

Conclusions:

• Wearable technology represents a rapidly evolving and integral component of modern healthcare.
• Continued advancements in sensors and communication technologies will further enhance the capabilities of healthcare wearables.
• Future research and development should aim to bridge the gap between innovative research and market-ready healthcare solutions.