MassDevice.com +5 | The top 5 medtech stories for May 19, 2017

Say hello to MassDevice +5, a bite-sized view of the top five medtech stories of the day. This feature of MassDevice.com’s coverage highlights our 5 biggest and most influential stories from the day’s news to make sure you’re up to date on the headlines that continue to shape the medical device industry. Get this in your inbox everyday by subscribing to our newsletters.   5. The key components of a well-designed wearable: Sense, analyze, act One of the earliest uses of a wearable technology was recorded during Emperor Nero’s rule over the Roman Empire from 54 to 68 AD. A brutal leader, the emperor enjoyed watching his gladiators fight in crowded stadiums. As Nero watched his fighters battle, he was confronted with a problem – the glaring sun made it difficult to see. He was fashioned a pair of spectacles made out of a polished green gem to protect his eyes and to make it easier to watch the bloody fights unfold. Fast forward to modern day and wearables look a lot different – from the FitBit to smart watches, wearables and digital health are ushering in an era of big data and personalized solutions to health problems. Read more 4. Slow enrollment delays Nexstim pivotal trial Nexstim said today that slow enrollment in pivotal trial of its Navigated Brain Therapy transcranial magnetic stimulation device in treating patients rehabilitating from stroke. The 60-patient E-Fit study, launched in March, is designed to supplement Nexstim’s alrea...
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