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Optimization of process, quality and cost as well as clinical tests of the wearable miniaturized fall detection system for the elderly (FallWatch DEMO)
Date du début: 1 oct. 2012, Date de fin: 30 sept. 2014,
During the previous FP7-SME–2008–1-FallWatch Research programme, a miniaturized fall detection device, Vigi´Fall™ has been developed, achieving the following characteristics and performances:- Ergonomics: Vigi’Fall has been miniaturized to a scale 50% smaller than current devices. Additionnal biocompatible materials for the casing and the adhesive patche make it comfortable and easy to stick to th ...
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A wearable miniaturized fall detection system for the elderly (FallWatch)
Date du début: 1 févr. 2009, Date de fin: 31 juil. 2011,
Falls among the elderly occur frequently. Approximately 30% of people over 65 fall accidentally each year, and for those over 80 this rate raises up to 50%. Falls are an important factor in the health limitations of the elderly due to a high morbidity caused by physical and psychological consequences, loss of independence and even death. Late or non existing responses cause 2 million persons havin ...
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