The Halo ThermaPatch is an innovative, wearable biometric temperature patch device designed for real-time wound infection detection. Using the MAX30205 high-accuracy temperature sensor, the ThermaPatch continuously tracks localized skin temperature changes, providing early warnings of potential infections.
The Problem:
After extensive user research with post-op patients and medical professionals, we identified key challenges in surgical recovery. Patients lacked real-time insights into their healing progress between doctor visits, leading to uncertainty and anxiety about potential complications.
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Our Goal: To provide real-time insights into wound healing and detect infection-related complications early, by leveraging temperature sensor technology.
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The Solution:
The Halo Thermapatch.
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A Biometric patch that continuously monitors wound healing by using temperature sensors to detect early signs of infection.
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Physical Component: A sticky flexible patch that goes over steri-strips. Acts as a sterile bandage, and holds the temperature sensor in place.
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Digital Component: The data is transmitted from the patch to a mobile app for patients. This data can be shared with healthcare providers, if necessary. ​​​​​​​​
Our Progress:
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This is an ongoing project.
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We are currently in the early stages of prototyping. We have a proof of concept for the technology that uses the MAX30205 sensor with an Arduino UNO R3 to track skin temperature. It sends real-time data to a display, simulating how the final product would detect infection-related temperature changes.
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Next Steps:
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1. Build out our Mobile App: Create a user-friendly app that displays real-time temperature data, tracks trends, and integrates with healthcare platforms.
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2. Refine the Patch Design: Optimize the patch’s shape, material, and sensor placement for comfort, accuracy, and durability.
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3. Go Wireless: Transition to a wireless system using Bluetooth for seamless, real-time data transmission to the app.