How Non-Invasive Technologies Improve Lives

FACIAL STIMULATION CLEARS BRAIN WASTE AND BOOSTS AGING MINDS Researchers have discovered a safe, non-invasive way to enhance the brain’s waste clearance system by mechanically stimulating lymphatic vessels just beneath the facial skin. This gentle technique significantly improves cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) drainage—a critical function that declines with age and contributes to cognitive disorders like Alzheimer’s. The team used fluorescent tracers in mice and monkeys to uncover a new drainage pathway connecting facial lymphatics to deep lymph nodes, which remains intact even in older individuals. A handheld device that lightly strokes the skin restored youthful CSF flow in aged animals, opening up exciting potential for wearable treatments that prevent or slow neurological decline. 3 Key Facts: 1. New Drainage Route: Scientists mapped a previously unknown CSF drainage pathway through facial lymphatics to submandibular nodes. 2. Non-Invasive Method: Gentle mechanical stimulation of the face and neck enhanced CSF clearance without drugs or surgery. 3. Age-Proof Vessels: Superficial facial lymphatics retain function in aging, making them ideal targets for therapeutic stimulation. Source: https://lnkd.in/gP3-4cVN

5 key developments this month in Wearable Devices supporting Digital Health ranging from current innovations to exciting future breakthroughs. And I made it all the way through without mentioning AI… until now. Oops! >> 🔘Movano Health has received FDA 510(k) clearance for its EvieMED Ring, a wearable that tracks metrics like blood oxygen, heart rate, mood, sleep, and activity. This approval enables the company to expand into remote patient monitoring, clinical trials, and post-trial management, with upcoming collaborations including a pilot study with a major payor and a clinical trial at MIT 🔘ŌURA has launched Symptom Radar, a new feature for its smart rings that analyzes heart rate, temperature, and breathing patterns to detect early signs of respiratory illness before symptoms fully develop. While it doesn’t diagnose specific conditions, it provides an “illness warning light” so users can prioritize rest and potentially recover more quickly 🔘A temporary scalp tattoo made from conductive polymers can measure brain activity without bulky electrodes or gels simplifying EEG recordings and reducing patient discomfort. Printed directly onto the head, it currently works well on bald or buzz-cut scalps, and future modifications, like specialized nozzles or robotic 'fingers', may enable use with longer hair 🔘Researchers have developed a wearable ultrasound patch that continuously and non-invasively monitors blood pressure, showing accuracy comparable to clinical devices in tests. The soft skin patch sensor could offer a simpler, more reliable alternative to traditional cuffs and invasive arterial lines, with future plans for large-scale trials and wireless, battery-powered versions 🔘According to researchers, a new generation of wearable sensors will continuously track biochemical markers such as hydration levels, electrolytes, inflammatory signals, and even viruses, from bodily fluids like sweat, saliva, tears, and breath. By providing minimally invasive data and alerting users to subtle health changes before they become critical, these devices could accelerate diagnosis, improve patient monitoring, and reduce discomfort (see image) 👇Links to related articles in comments #DigitalHealth #Wearables

HTEC researched whether AI, a smartphone, and a video camera could enable contactless clinical vital monitoring. In a pioneering research collaboration, HTEC harnessed video-based iPPG technology to non-invasively extract vital physiological signals, such as blood flow dynamics, pulse patterns, and heart rate, eliminating the need for time-critical, operator-dependent tools like CT scanners. This breakthrough lays the foundation for next-generation machine learning, computer vision, and signal processing models. It advances real-time assessment of tissue recovery and significantly reduces reliance on specialized radiology equipment and clinical staff. 📖 Read the case study: https://bit.ly/40h06Z6

My Grandma's Safer Than Your Grandma (Thanks to #Radar & #AI... Seriously) Special thanks to Colin Hung and Healthcare IT Today for talking with us at Cairns Health about our mission at HLTH Inc. We all worry about our aging parents and grandparents. Are they taking their meds? Are they lonely? Are they secretly plotting world domination from their armchair? (Just mine? Okay...) The struggle is REAL. And not just for our grandmas but also for the #clinical teams and family members who take care of them. But what if #technology could actually make this whole "caring for our elders" thing less stressful and more... dare I say...#human? Our Cairns solution has been called a guardian angel, but instead of wings, it's got RADAR. It's ability to passively monitor, see pattern changes and use those changes to trigger an intervention is game changing. Luna uses our radar magic (and some seriously smart AI) to monitor vital signs, track sleep, and even tell if Grandma's taken her medications. The best part? NO CREEPY CAMERAS. Because, well, #privacy matters. Here's why this is a true #innovation for healthcare (and your sanity): Grandma gets to stay #independent: She can keep living her best life, and you can live yours knowing that someone is there for her when she needs it. Easing of #care burdens: Imagine getting a notification that says, "Mom slept well and her #vitals are great. She had breakfast and is now on her way to #physicaltherapy." It's the #EasyButton for #peaceofmind. #Caregivers get a break: They can finally take a breath (and maybe a nap) knowing that Luna's got their back. Less burnout, more actual care. #Healthcare gets smarter: Proactive alerts, early interventions, and a whole lot less time spent on things that a smart sensor can handle. Look, the "#silvertsunami" is coming, and our current healthcare system is woefully unprepared for what's coming. We need solutions that are both high-tech and high-touch. We need to use technology to make care more #compassionate, not less. Cairns Health is helping to make this a reality. We are showing that it's possible to create #technology that actually enhances human #connection. So, is your grandma safer than mine? Let's talk about how we can use #tech to make elder care less terrifying and more, well, #human. Drop your thoughts below! #ElderCare #HumanizeHealthcare #HealthTech #AI #Innovation #CairnsHealth #NoMoreCreepyCameras #GrandmaStrong #HLTH24 #HLTH2024 #SocialIsolation #Loneliness #ArtificialIntelligence #MachineLearning #DigitalHealth Check out how Cairns Health is changing the game at https://www.cairns.ai/

Light & nanoparticles can rewire neural activity. This may lead to non-invasive treatments for 🧠 disorders. Precise neuromodulation is essential for exploring neural mechanisms and improving treatments for neurological disorders. While conventional electrical implants provide effective stimulation, their invasiveness often leads to tissue damage, infection, and scarring, creating a demand for less invasive alternatives. Ex: in a recent srudy, researchers used an instant near-infrared deep brain stimulation method using readily accessible hybrid-upconversion nanoparticles and photovoltaic materials in living mice was developed, eliminating the need for genetic modification and the associated waiting period. This method converted deeply penetrating near-infrared light into localized electrical stimuli, enabling immediate and precise modulation in the deep brain. In vivo, remote near-infrared neuromodulation in the medial septum and ventral tegmental area were achieved 7 days postinjection, effectively modulating neuronal activity, suppressing #seizures, and triggering #dopamine #release. Overall, this approach represents a major step forward in the development of faster-acting, less invasive, and more versatile neuromodulation techniques, positioning it as an important advancement in the field of noninvasive neural stimulation. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gneG5YZz One love #brain #lights #neural #activity #rewire

#Dementia risk was highest in people who had slower gait speeds coupled with lower #memory scores over time in a study of 17,000. Another recent exploratory study suggested #Alzheimer's and #Lewy body disease have unique signatures of gait impairment that may reflect underlying pathology. It’s reasonable that declining cognitive function leads to impaired motor function and/or increased anxiety involving movement. All of this also places more value on in-home gait monitoring that we’re seeing in older adult care. Instead of cameras, several technologies have emerged that follow moment habits and detailed gait analysis to assess seniors’ health. On a high level, it provides information for loved one that mom and/or dad are up and moving around normally. At the clinical level, it provides long term monitoring that can detect patterns easily overlooked in a single medical visit. It also provides predictive data of overall health and increased fall risk. By using #sensors in place of #cameras, #monitoring is far less invasive and ultimately more effective. It’s one more role #AI is playing in human care. https://lnkd.in/eFdTAq74

💡 What if healing didn’t require surgery, pills, or gene editing—just the right touch? A torn ACL, repaired without a scalpel. A tumor, neutralized with precise pressure waves. A brain injury, reversed with mechanical stimulation. This is mechanogenetics, a breakthrough using physical forces—vibrations, pressure, and ultrasound—to activate genetic repair. No chemicals. No DNA editing. Just biology, fine-tuned by physics. 💰 Investors & MedTech giants are paying attention: ✔ Wyss Institute at Harvard University Institute secured $20M for bioengineering. ✔ Medtronic & Boston Scientific are exploring vibration-based therapies. ✔ Startups are racing to build wearable healing devices. ⚠ But is this the future or an ethical minefield? Will biohacked athletes use it for unfair advantages? Could mechanogenetic neuroenhancement widen the wealth gap? How do regulators handle medicine that doesn’t use drugs? What do you think? Is this the next medical revolution—or are we stepping into uncharted territory? Drop your thoughts 👇 #Mechanogenetics #Biotech #MedTech #FutureOfMedicine #CRISPR #AI #WearableTech #RegenerativeMedicine #HealthcareInnovation #Longevity #Neurotech #Bioengineering #PrecisionMedicine #DeepTech #ScienceAndTechnology

Noninvasive Neuromodulation for Alzheimer’s Disease Sinaptica Therapeutics™ has pioneered a personalized, closed-loop neuromodulation therapy for Alzheimer’s Disease, offering a non-drug option that targets the brain’s electrical components in addition to traditional biochemical methods. Their unique approach enhances neuroplasticity through neurostimulation of key brain networks involved in memory. Recently, they shared promising Phase 2 study results, showing a significant slowing of Alzheimer’s progression, along with improvements in daily activities, cognitive function, and behavioral measures compared to the placebo group. The main side effects, mild headaches and scalp discomfort, were minimal and resolved quickly. With the demand for brain health solutions growing fast, #neurotech startups are stepping in at the perfect time. Those focused on tackling big, unmet challenges have a unique opportunity, not just to create substantial business success, but to make a real, positive difference in people’s lives. #NeuroTech #BrainHealth  #InvestingInFuture  #TechTransformingNeuroHealth #MentalHealthInnovation

Imagine a world where a barely visible electronic tattoo on your skin continuously tracks your metabolic health, stress, and arterial stiffness... no bulky wearables, no invasive procedures. In the recent popular science article (IEEE Spectrum) we overview the past, the present, and the future of graphene electronic tattoos (GETs) as transformative technologies for non-invasive health monitoring. From detecting cardiovascular risk factors to monitoring biomarkers in sweat, these ultrathin, imperceptible sensors could redefine mHealth and preventative medicine. 💡 But here’s the big question: Are we ready to move beyond traditional wearables and fully embrace on-skin bioelectronics? What challenges do we need to overcome to bring this tech into everyday life? 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/eM5V6fMR Thank you Eliza Strickland for the invitation to writing this broad article and editing it! #Graphene #Bioelectronics #WearableTech #mHealth #Innovation #BiomedicalEngineering