BioSensics™ Announces launch of ActivePERS Fall Detection Solution

Cambridge, MA - July 15, 2014 -   BioSensics is pleased to announce the release of ActivePERS, the only personal emergency response system featuring patented and clinically validated automatic fall detection algorithms combined with step counting and adherence notifications for continuous monitoring of user activity.  ActivePERS technology was developed with support from the National Institute of Health (NIH), and in collaboration with University of Arizona Medical School and the Arizona Center on Aging.  BioSensics plans to add its patented and clinically validated “Fall Risk Assessment” technology to the ActivePERS solution by years end.

ActivePERS technology is available through algorithm licensing or direct deployment of ActivePERS pendants designed to integrate with a variety of remote monitoring platforms including the 2net Hub.  ActivePERS Pendants are currently offered through remote monitoring platforms offered by Care Technology Systems (ActiveCare™ Pendant) and Aventyn (VitalBeat™ Platform).   Additional integration efforts are underway with Astute Inc, Tactio Health, MedM, Vivify Health, Monitored Therapeutics, Dignio, and Embedded Wireless.  In addition, several mPERS and PERS pendants powered by ActivePERS technology are planned for release by years end.

About BioSensics: 

BioSensics is a research and product development company specializing in wearable sensors for healthcare, delivering customized, industry-specific activity monitoring solutions for corporate, government, and academic partners including multiple ongoing projects funded by the National Institutes of Health and Department of Defense.  In addition to fall detection, BioSensics offers platforms for gait and balance assessment, mobility monitoring, and chronic disease management.   

Inquiries regarding BioSensics should be sent to: info@biosensics.com