concussions

Rugby organisations trial VR eye-tracking tech for detecting concussions

By Thiru Gunasegaran 03:34 am May 20, 2021

Rugby-governing bodies World Rugby, New Zealand Rugby and Rugby Australia will be trying out NeuroFlex – an eye-tracking technology that runs on virtual reality – to aid in diagnosing and managing concussions. Developed by Saccade Analytics, a technology solutions provider for neurological care, NeuroFlex is currently being trialled in the 2021 Super Rugby Trans-Tasman – a rugby competition in...

Sway nabs $750K for FDA-cleared balance assessment app

By Jonah Comstock 07:53 am June 21, 2013

A new mobile health startup has emerged from stealth mode with a first round of funding, FDA 510(k) clearance, and an app launch, not to mention a partnership. Tulsa, Oklahoma-based Sway Medical, formerly Capacity Sports, raised $750,000 from individual angel investors and the OKAngel Sidecar Fund, a fund financed by the state of Oklahoma to promote entrepreneurship. The iOS app, called Sway...

Sensors are great, but they're still no safeguard against head injuries

By Neil Versel 04:15 am June 18, 2013

A story in Sunday's New York Times about wireless devices that can help detect blows to the head in athletes is bringing fresh attention to the issue of sports-related concussions and how digital health technology can help better monitor and treat head injuries. It also is reaffirming the fact that body-worn sensors are not meant to be substitutes for expert medical care. As Cambridge, Mass.-...