New video gaming technology used to detect illness, prevent falls in older adults
Tuesday, September 6, 2011 - 15:31
in Health & Medicine
Many older adults lose their independence as their health declines and they are compelled to move into assisted care facilities. Researchers at an independent living community have been using motion-sensing technology to monitor changes in residents' health for several years. Now, researchers have found that two devices commonly used for video gaming and security systems are effective in detecting the early onset of illness and fall risk in seniors.