siliconindia | | DECEMBER 20238The healthcare landscape is undergoing a profound shift, driven by the incorporation of Internet of Things (IoT) technology, specifically in remote monitoring. This innovative method harnesses interconnected devices and sensors to gather and transmit patient health data from a distance, revolutionizing traditional healthcare models. Remote monitoring through IoT offers abundant possibilities for immediate patient care, data-driven insights, and improved overall health results. Through IoT-enabled remote monitoring, a new realm of opportunities has emerged in patient care. Devices like wearable tech, intelligent sensors, and mobile applications enable healthcare providers to continuously oversee vital signs, monitor medication adherence, and observe symptoms in real-time. This continuous stream of information facilitates the early identification of health concerns, allowing prompt interventions and mitigating potential complications, especially for patients with chronic illnesses or those requiring post-surgery care. The integration of IoT-powered remote monitoring empowers patients by encouraging their active participation in managing their health. Real-time access to their vital signs and health status empowers patients to take control of their well-being. This active involvement leads to better adherence to treatment plans and lifestyle adjustments, ultimately resulting in improved health outcomes and an elevated quality of life.Gaurav Gupta, Co-Founder of Navia Life Care, says, "The adoption of the Internet of Things (IoT)in the healthcare sector has increased sharply. Before the advent of IoT, the interaction between patients and healthcare providers was limited to physical visits and telecommunication. However, its adoption has made remote monitoring possible for healthcare providers to deliver the best outcomes that further prevents long stay or readmission of patients in hospitals. Furthermore, the sensor-based devices integrated with IoT help hospitals in tracking realtime data for important medical equipment. It even helps in inventory and asset management at pharmacies while keeping the temperature and other conditions under control".Technology in RPM DeviceActivity Trackers have transformed healthcare by serving as multifunctional devices that monitor crucial health metrics in real-time. These wearables equipped with advanced sensors provide comprehensive insights into physical activity, heart rate, and sleep patterns. Utilizing accelerometers and gyroscopes, they track movements, steps, distances, and calories burned, fostering an active lifestyle by setting goals and offering motivational reminders. Incorporating optical heart rate sensors, activity trackers continuously monitor heart rate variations, aiding in assessing cardiovascular health and workout intensity. Moreover, these devices analyze sleep duration, quality, and stages (such as light, deep, and REM sleep) using advanced algorithms and motion sensors, providing valuable insights into sleep patterns and disturbances. The amassed data assists healthcare professionals in diagnosing and managing various health conditions while empowering users to adopt healthier habits, manage their well-being proactively, and foster a sense of personal accountability.Blood Pressure Cuffs, essential in healthcare, serve as vital tools for accurate blood pressure monitoring a critical indicator of cardiovascular health. These devices, comprising an inflatable cuff and pressure gauge, are employed by healthcare professionals and individuals to measure blood pressure accurately. The procedure involves cuff inflation to briefly stop arterial blood flow, followed by gradual deflation, detecting blood flow return to yield systolic (maximum) and diastolic (minimum) pressure readings in millimeters of mercury (mmHg). Manual cuffs necessitate hand inflation and use of a stethoscope, EDITORIAL EXCLUSIVEHOW IOT TRANSFORMS HEALTHCARE BY REMOTE MONITORING
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