Virtual reality has been used in physical therapy and mental trauma to help patients overcome phobias and PTSD. AR glasses developed by Cambridge Consultants can superimpose data from 3D scans and CAT scans on the real world. The AR glasses require minimal training and low costs to use. This technology has the potential to transform the way doctors and patients work.
Artificial pacemakers
The first artificial pacemaker was implanted in a patient on October 8, 1958, in Sweden. This new medical technology was the brainchild of physician inventor Rune Elmqvist and surgeon Ake Senning. Their patient, Arne Larsson, suffered from Stokes-Adams attacks and was in need of daily resuscitation. In an effort to save him, Senning and Elmqvist developed a fully implantable pacemaker.
3D printing
3D printing as a medical technology invention has already had a dramatic impact on healthcare. Its applications range from short-run prototypes and functional implants to complex orthopedic components. Today, the technology is available for a variety of medical applications including personalized care, high-impact medical applications, and bridge manufacturing.
Wearable CGMs
Wearable CGMs can help manage diabetes by continuously monitoring blood glucose levels. These devices are small devices that are worn on the body and measure glucose levels in the blood and interstitial fluid, the fluid between the cells of the body. The data collected by the device is sent to a monitor via wireless technology. Over time, these devices have become more accurate and reliable.
Some wearable CGMs can also send information directly to a smartphone or tablet. They also come with alarms that sound when the glucose level is too high or too low.
AI
AI-powered medical devices are already helping physicians diagnose and treat life- threatening diseases. Artificial intelligence systems can scan blood samples for harmful bacteria in half the time it takes humans. The machines can identify bacteria with 95% accuracy. In addition to helping doctors diagnose patients, AI systems can also help them create personalized treatment plans for individual patients.
ML
AI and ML are transforming the healthcare sector, and the FDA is stepping up its support of these technologies. The agency is committed to streamlining FDA review processes for digital health products and building software expertise in the field. It is also committed to offering premarket assistance to companies developing digital health products.
Blockchain
There are several medical blockchain applications that could help improve the way healthcare is delivered and paid for. The technology would provide excellent security and transparency, enabling physicians to devote more time to the care of their patients. In addition, it could facilitate the efficient transfer of health records and patient information across healthcare systems. These applications would also help reduce healthcare costs and improve access to healthcare. Many innovative companies are already developing blockchain-based solutions to address these problems.
Augmented reality
Augmented reality (AR) is a new type of technology that combines the real and virtual worlds. This technology is becoming more popular in various fields, including medical research. A recent example is the development of HoloAnatomy, an app for the Microsoft Hololens that allows medical students to learn about the human body in 3D. This new technology will allow students to learn even the minute details of human anatomy. This will reduce the need for dissecting cadavers. This innovation is especially useful in the COVID-19 crisis.
Nanotechnology
Nanotechnology offers a variety of exciting possibilities for medicine, from diagnostic tools and imaging methods to new drug delivery systems and treatment practices. Nanoparticles can carry medication directly to diseased cells, reducing the risk of damaging healthy tissue in the process. Nanoparticles can also be engineered to target specific cell types, such as cancer cells. The aim of these targeted drug therapies is to reduce the risks of side effects and improve efficacy.
