The Role of Wearables and Apps in Monitoring Heart Health

The Role of Wearables and Apps in Monitoring Heart Health

General Health
By Amy Jeary In today's digital age, our smartphones and wearables are no longer just communication and entertainment devices. They're evolving into powerful tools for managing our health, especially when it comes to our hearts. For years, monitoring heart health required bulky equipment and visits to the doctor's office. But now, thanks to advancements in digital technology, we have access to a wealth of information about our heart health right on our wrists and in our pockets. What Can Wearables and Apps Do for Your Heart Health? Track heart rate and rhythm: Many wearables now include heart rate sensors that can track your heart rate throughout the day. This data can be used to identify potential problems, such as arrhythmias, early on. Monitor blood pressure: Some smartwatches and apps are even able to measure…
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How to Combat Overuse Injury “Tech Neck”

How to Combat Overuse Injury “Tech Neck”

General Health, Patient Monitoring
by Jason Obrokta “Tech Neck” is a relatively new term used to describe the pain and discomfort experienced in the neck, shoulders, and upper back as a result of prolonged use of smartphones, tablets, and computers. This is an overuse injury where the muscles of the neck and back are under constant strain. With many people spending a significant amount of time on their devices, Tech Neck has become increasingly common. Fortunately, TENS electrodes can be used to relieve the symptoms of Tech Neck and promote relaxation and pain relief.TENS therapy has been used for decades to treat various types of pain, including back pain, arthritis, and migraines. It works by sending electrical impulses through the skin to the nerves, blocking pain signals and releasing endorphins, the body's natural painkillers. Using TENS electrodes…
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Supply Chain: The Benefit of Buying Medical Devices Local

Supply Chain: The Benefit of Buying Medical Devices Local

Capabilities, Careers, General Health, Patient Monitoring, Quality, Surgical Supplies, Sustainability
Our Global Footprint This is the first in a series of articles which will focus on our manufacturing footprint and the benefits it can bring to sourcing within your organization. Nissha Medical Technologies is a medical device manufacturer with office and manufacturing facilities located throughout North America and Europe. Our global footprint allows us to provide local sourcing to a large area of customers mitigating some of the supply chain challenges that have become common over the past couple years. At Nissha Medical Technologies we aim to Think Globally, Act Locally which allows us to provide the most complete service to our customers.by Jason Obrokta If there is one thing that the last few years have taught all of us, it’s that supply chains are sensitive and small disruptions can have very negative…
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6 Ways to Reduce Your Risk of Heart Disease

6 Ways to Reduce Your Risk of Heart Disease

General Health
by Jason Obrokta Heart disease is the number one cause of death for people in the United States and according to the CDC, one person dies every 34 seconds from some sort of cardiovascular issue.  That’s an alarming statistic but one which can be mitigated through simple lifestyle habits. We all know the measures one can take to reduce their risk of heart disease and have probably heard them at one point or another from our doctor but the information bears repeating. See your doctor annually. We all lead busy lives but taking the time to see your doctor for a check-up is well worth the time if it can avoid a lengthy hospital visit by helping to catch problems early. Heart rate, blood pressure, cholesterol and other blood markers…
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