OTHER APPLICATIONS

Health Management

Man with earbud sensor technology to monitor biometric data  

Our ultimate goal is to help make healthy lifestyles easier, more effective, and more affordable through seamless mobile technology. PerformTek® sensor technology has been clinically validated, and the company is pursuing FDA approval for applications within the health sector. Highly accurate vital statistics measurements provide the backbone of monitoring solutions for those managing hypertension, diabetes, and other medical conditions.
 

Did you know…

88% of physicians would like patients to track their health information.   PricewaterhouseCoopers report

40% of individuals would buy a personal health-monitoring device or pay for a subscription to send health information to their providers.   PricewaterhouseCoopers report

73% of consumers would use biometric electronic remote monitoring services to track their chronic conditions or vital signs.  Pricewaterhouse Coopers survey 2009

75% of healthcare providers, patients, payers, and technology enablers believe that connected health preventative services could cut healthcare expenses by 40%.  Cambridge Consultants report

First Responder Monitoring

Fireman with earbud technology monitoring heart rate, body temperature, respiratory rate and blood pressure  

Medical monitoring is an important part of keeping firefighters and other first responders safe in extreme conditions. For example, in January 2008, the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) upgraded standards for the rehabilitation process in standard NFPA 1584. As part of this new standard, medical monitoring components include:

  • Heart rate
  • Body temperature
  • Respiratory rate
  • Blood pressure

While tracking these metrics is crucial, it’s also important to provide a monitoring device that does not hinder or interfere with normal duties or movements of first responders.  PerformTek®-powered audio earbuds and headsets can be easily inserted and worn as they respond to emergencies.

Military Applications

Military personnel wearing V-LINC sensor technology

  

Monitoring real-time physiological data of military personnel in training and deployment situations can ensure optimal performance, contextual awareness, and distribution of additional resources, as necessary. PerformTek® sensor technology can be seamlessly integrated into communication devices military personnel already wear, eliminating the need for additional equipment to carry and maintain.

Gaming

Boy on computer with audio earbuds to monitor fitness metrics

  

According to statistics from VGCharts.com, fitness game titles reached an all-time global record by the end of 2009, with over 100 million units sold.  That number has continued to grow exponentially over the last two years.

Monitoring and tracking real-time body metrics with PerformTek® sensor technology creates a fully-enhanced experience for any gaming fitness title.  Audio earbuds, headsets, and headphones are natural peripherals for gaming and are also ideal for exercising.