DYNSEO, winner of the e-health awards
The Summer University of e-health awarded on July 4 in Castres (Tarn) its trophies to seven innovations in the field of digital applied to health.
The winner of the M-health (mobile health) category is Dynseo. This application created by the DYNSEO team is a tool for assessment, evaluation, and diagnosis of cognitive aging. Developed in collaboration with healthcare professionals, it offers on tablet the TMT (Trail Making Test), the clock test, and memory rehabilitation tools (such as puzzles). "The idea was to transcribe on tablet tests that exist on paper," explains Justine Sauquet. New features, such as an Alzheimer screening test, are under development and clinical trials have begun."The jury appreciated that this tool stems from needs expressed by healthcare professionals and patients. We wondered why this hadn't been done before," explained a representative from Almérys, sponsor of the category.The benefits of the Dynseo application for cognitive health
The Dynseo application offers several significant advantages for users, particularly for the elderly and their caregivers. Here are some key benefits:
- Accurate assessment: Thanks to scientifically validated tests, the application allows for an accurate assessment of cognitive abilities.
- Accessibility: The tablet version makes the tests more accessible, facilitating their use at home or in a medical setting.
- Personalized tracking: The application allows tracking of results over time, providing a clear view of cognitive progress or decline.
- User engagement: The games and exercises offered are designed to be engaging, encouraging users to practice regularly.
Innovations in the field of e-health
E-health is a rapidly expanding sector, integrating technology into healthcare. Here are some notable innovations:
- Telemedicine: Allows patients to consult doctors remotely, thus reducing travel.
- Health tracking applications: Applications that help users track their health daily, such as medication management or chronic disease monitoring.
- Artificial intelligence: Used to analyze health data and provide preliminary diagnoses.
- Wearables: Wearable devices that monitor health data in real-time, such as heart rate or physical activity level.
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The impact of technology on active aging
Technology plays a crucial role in active aging, offering solutions to improve the quality of life for seniors. Here are some notable impacts:
- Improvement of autonomy: Digital tools allow elderly individuals to remain independent longer.
- Socialization: Communication platforms help reduce social isolation by facilitating exchanges with family and friends.
- Access to information: Seniors can easily access educational resources and information about their health.
- Disease prevention: Monitoring technologies allow for early detection of health issues, promoting timely intervention.
Future prospects for Dynseo and e-health
The future of Dynseo and e-health looks promising, with several development directions:
- Integration of new technologies: The application could integrate advanced technologies such as augmented reality to enhance the user experience.
- Collaboration with healthcare institutions: Strengthening partnerships with hospitals and clinics for better adoption of digital tools.
- Expansion of functionalities: Further developing tests and exercises to cover a wider range of cognitive disorders.
- Training for professionals: Offering training for healthcare professionals on the use of digital tools in patient follow-up.
