Healthcare is undergoing a transformation because to wearable technology, which makes remote patient monitoring and customized care possible. Thanks to advancements in edge computing and artificial intelligence (AI), these devices are now more widely available and reasonably priced, relieving pressure on medical staff and improving patient outcomes. Teleconsultations and the provision of remote treatment are becoming increasingly prevalent due to wearable technology’s ability to recognize and transmit vital data instantly. Cognitive algorithms provide prompt intervention, while brain-computer interfaces offer innovative treatment methods for many illnesses. Integrating electronic health records with data accessibility enhances patient empowerment and facilitates precision care. As wearable technology advances, it is anticipated to have a profound and broad impact on healthcare.
Thanks to developments in edge computing and artificial intelligence (AI), which are enabled by device shrinking, health technology is evolving swiftly. Because of this, traditional healthcare—which relied heavily on human labor and was characterized by massive, expensive machinery—is today becoming more affordable and widely available. The decreases in cost and accessibility are making it simpler for medical professionals to keep an eye on their patients and prescribe personalized treatments.
Using remote healthcare to redefine patient care
Nowadays, patients can receive therapy in the comfort of their own homes thanks to technology breakthroughs. This tendency suggests that in the near future, patients will no longer visit hospitals for minor issues. Even while human touch is still important in the healthcare sector, wearable technology and artificial intelligence (AI) will significantly reduce the necessity for patients to meet healthcare experts in person. This shift is comparable to how ATMs transformed banking by drastically reducing the need for clients to visit actual banks.
The Future of Teleconsultation and Remote Treatment Delivery
Though the current developments may not be apparent right away, a revolution is about to take place very soon. The Indian government has provided legal validation for the practise of teleconsultation by releasing regulations for it. Teleconsultation is currently the most common kind of remote healthcare; but, as technology develops, its use is likely to grow. Wearable technology will someday advance to the point where it can begin treating patients in an emergency, possibly with the assistance of medical robots put in patients’ homes. Initially, wearables were limited to data detection and transfer to clinicians. By intervening in the care of sick patients, these robots might give treatment remotely, either directly under a doctor’s supervision or not.
AI-Powered Predictive Healthcare: Early Intervention
Future artificial intelligence models will be able to predict potentially harmful outcomes earlier, supporting early preventative measures. This could reduce the possibility of unattended bad things happening.
Empowering Patients through Wearable Technology
Brain-computer interfaces are already available today, and they even have the ability to treat paralysis. Although long-term outcomes have still to be determined, they will continue to improve and aid in the treatment of many more diseases, not just paralysis but also mental problems. If you want further insights, I suggest reading this article.
PHR and Electronic Health Records (EHR) integration
Wearable technology will soon be connected to patient PHRs and EHRs, and NHA ABDM is prepared to manage this data integration. Wearables with ABDM compatibility will become widely available in the market sooner rather than later. Think about the possibility that an Apple Watch that tracks your heart rate may send data to ABDM, which would subsequently archive it. Later, if the patient gives permission, the doctor may review the patient data when they see each other.
Patient Education and Empowerment:
As one might expect, by providing the right advice at the right time, these wearables help with patient education. As a result, there will be fewer acute and long-term catastrophes.
Precision Medical Care:
The enormous volume of patient data being collected could help with both the creation of national healthcare policies and precision medicine.
To sum up
The convergence of wearables, telemedicine, and artificial intelligence is transforming the healthcare sector, making it more patient-centered, efficient, and accessible. As these technologies advance, they have the potential to fundamentally alter how healthcare is delivered and the patient experience, thereby empowering both patients and healthcare professionals. In order to ensure that these advancements are applied properly and equitably for the benefit of all parties, stakeholders must accept them and work together.
