Evaluation and Analysis of Wearable Health Technologies: Monitoring and Preventive Medicine
Abstract
In recent years, wearable health technologies have become a cornerstone of digital healthcare innovation. These devices—ranging from smartwatches and fitness bands to biosensors and implantable monitors—enable continuous, non-invasive monitoring of vital physiological parameters such as heart rate, blood oxygen saturation, blood pressure, temperature, and sleep quality. The growing adoption of wearable technologies has significantly enhanced preventive medicine by allowing individuals and healthcare professionals to detect potential health risks before they develop into serious conditions. Wearable devices play a vital role in chronic disease management, providing real-time feedback for patients with diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and respiratory disorders. By integrating data analytics and artificial intelligence, wearable systems can identify abnormal trends, issue alerts, and recommend timely interventions. Furthermore, their integration into telemedicine platforms has enabled remote patient monitoring, reducing hospital visits, healthcare costs, and the burden on medical staff—especially during public health crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic.
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