Abstract
SYNOPSIS
This report highlights the breakthroughs in sensor technology targeted for health applications and analyzes its implementation in multiple hardware platforms and service segments. Specifically, the report covers physiological sensors for vital sign monitoring, motion and utility sensors for geriatric care monitoring, and body sensor networks that offer continuous monitoring and tracking of health status of the patients. Finally the report profiles the key players in this segment.
“Smart sensor technology will play an increasingly bigger role in preventive care and home health monitoring services,” said Harry Wang, Senior Analyst with Parks Associates. “While technology vendors are closely examining market opportunities in various care delivery segments, they are also keenly working on improve the performance and reliability of the technology itself.”Table of Contents
1.0 Executive Summary
2.0 The Development Trends for Physiological Sensors
- 2.1 ECG Sensor
- 2.2 SpO2 Sensor
- 2.3 Glucose Sensors
- 2.4 Respiration Rate Sensor
- 2.5 Body Sensor Network
3.0 The Market for Motion and Environment Sensors for Senior Care
- 3.1 Technology Overview
- 3.2 Applications and Services
- 3.3 Industry Drivers and Barriers
4.0 Forecasts, Implications, and Recommendations
- 4.1 Market Demand Forecast
- 4.2 Implications and Recommendations
Appendix A: Profiles of Selected Companies
- Animas Corporation
- AWare Technologies
- Body Media Inc.
- Criticare Systems, Inc.
- DexCom Inc.
- FitSense Technology
- Healthsense
- Nonin Medical, Inc.
- Masimo Corporation
- Polar Electro
- Living Independently Group, Inc.
- Nellcor
- Orbital Research, Inc.
- Sensirion AG
- Vigil Health Solutions
Figures
- ECG Sensor Development Trends
- Pulse Oximetry Solutions from Leading Vendors
- Advances in Glucose Sensor Technology & New Approaches for Diabetic Care
- Body Sensor Network Technology Choices
- Body Sensor Network Initiatives
- Sensor Types for Senior Care
- Trends in Motion and Environment Sensor Design
- Senior Care Monitoring (Telecare) Market: Provider Highlights
- Size of Market for Sensor-based Senior Home Care Services (2006-2012)
