2 days Ago By Ida Torres
I used to live with someone who had epilepsy and it was always a challenge for our housemates to figure out what to do when he had an attack. We eventually got used to it of course and learned emergency measures but that time, we didn’t know when it would happen. There are now tools to help those who live with epileptic seizures and we can expect more to come as technology and products become more advanced.
Designer: SWNA Office The Zero Earbuds and Glasses concept, designed for SK Biopham are devices that epilepsy patients can wear and help monitor their seizures without interfering with their every day life. These products are discrete enough that they can blend seamlessly with their lifestyle and they are both ergonomic enough that they won’t interfere with their regular tasks. The Zero Glasses can help relieve chronic anxiety that epileptic patients experience due to the unpredictable nature of seizures.
They are able to measure things like brain activity, heart rhythm, and body motion, which are usually used as indicators for an incoming attack. There are magnetic connectors at the temple tips discretely placed on the glasses which lets it connect to the sensor pad. It also comes with a charging case with an angle-adjustable camera which can be used to record the patient when they’re experiencing a seizure.
Meanwhile, the ZERO Earbuds are another wearable tool that can also measure the same things. It is designed like regular over-ear wearables similar to hearing aids or just earbuds. The ear hooks are ergonomic and adjustable while the magnetic connectors foster an easy connection with the sensor pads.
It is also discrete enough that the user will not be embarassed to wear them, similar to the glasses..
