How smart, wearable technology is helping seniors live better
This article highlights Canadian innovations in wearable technology designed to assist seniors, specifically focusing on a device that suppresses tremors caused by essential tremor. The technology, inspired by earthquake engineering, aims to restore independence and confidence in daily activities.
Why it matters
As the global population ages, assistive technologies are becoming increasingly important for maintaining the independence and well-being of seniors with chronic conditions.
Ralph Hamilton wears a Steadi-3 Plus device while working in his garden in Wilmington, N.C., in the U.S. AGE-WELL NCE
Aging can take a heavy toll on the human body, especially alongside degenerative or chronic disease.
While tools like walkers and hearing aids have been commonplace for decades, a new wave of assistive and wearable technology is emerging to encourage independent living, overcome mobility challenges and help seniors age more comfortably.
Here are a few Canadian innovations that caught our attention.
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