David Kerr: Medical underwear
10 May, 12 | by BMJ Group
Could the e-bra save the NHS? Recently researchers at the University of Arkansas announced that they had developed a remote monitoring system that could be integrated with an individual’s underwear. The “e-bra” consists of a series of nanostructured, textile sensors integrated into clothing using a wireless module that communicates wirelessly with a smartphone, which then can transfer data to the appropriate hospital or clinic anywhere in the world. The researchers claim that the device will be able to monitor blood pressure, temperature, respiratory rate, oxygen consumption, an ECG and neural activity among other parameters. As well as the potential for improving health, the e-bra concept could be of value to athletes and the military. more…
