Wearable AI Device for Elderly Fall Risk Assessment

A comprehensive quantitative analysis is usually conducted in a lab with lots of equipment like high-speed cameras and force platforms. Also, the data collected has to be analysed by professionals. These time-consuming processes are difficult to practically integrate into typical clinic practice. This technology provides a portable device that enables a simple, efficient and affordable approach for fall risk assessment.

• The device with patented algorithms extracts and quantifies irregularities measured in walking, postural stability/balance, and limb strengths using sensors and a mobile app. These factors are strongly associated to fall vulnerability based on well-established research worldwide.
• The cloud AI analytics further process the results using reference database of regional specific elders to determine credible risk levels and recommend specific interventions.

• The device can provide comprehensive assessments on fall risk and could provide a more accurate and actionable insight for the elderly.
• This device with patented technology is simple, fast, and effective. Elderly everywhere can benefit from early awareness and prevention of a serious health risk.

• Silver Medal at the International Exhibition of Inventions of Geneva 2021
• Gold Award at the 2nd Asia Exhibition of Inventions Hong Kong

• It can enhance the services including preventive treatment and exercises, supportive insoles, safer shoes, home environment safety check, etc. provided by a physiotherapist or occupational therapists.
• This device and its test can be incorporated into fall risk assessment protocols when the elderly was admitted to hospital or care centre.

• US Patent No. US 10,307,086
• US Patent No. US 10,327,671
• China Patent No. ZL 201580009620.4
• Hong Kong Patent No. HK1230048