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Let's explore a cool new thing from Finland that could change how we
keep an eye on our hearts. It's called CardioSignal, and it uses the power of
smartphones to spot heart problems. Instead of needing extra gadgets, this
technology uses the movement sensors already inside our phones. This makes
checking your heart health easier and more accessible for everyone.
The idea came from Dr. Josue Blomster, a heart doctor and the boss of
CardioSignal. He saw that many of his patients used fitness trackers but knew
these devices weren't perfect for getting accurate medical information. So, his
team started looking into what smartphone motion sensors could do. They found
that these sensors could actually pick up the heart's movements, similar to a
special ultrasound test used by doctors. This discovery led to the creation of
the CardioSignal app for both Android and Apple phones.
how does it work?
The app turns your phone into a health tool. You
place it on your chest, and the built-in sensors record tiny movements made by
your heart. This information is then sent to a secure online service for
analysis. The main focus is on finding a common heart rhythm problem called
atrial fibrillation, but CardioSignal aims to do even more in the future. They
want to help diagnose other heart conditions like heart failure, valve
problems, and high blood pressure in the lungs. This aligns with a growing
trend of using smartphones as all-in-one personal health assistants.
While there are some challenges, like keeping data safe, the potential
to make healthcare more accessible and better is huge. Imagine your phone
becoming more than just a way to talk to people – it could also become a
powerful tool to protect your heart health, putting you in control with a
device you already have in your pocket.
Link to the application for Android and IOS on its official website cardiosignal.com
