Neowin News Feed for: Stroke

Artificial intelligence helping to triple recovering stroke patients in the UK

Paul Hill — Tue, 27 Dec 2022 16:50:01 +0000

The UK's NHS is now using a new AI called Brainomix e-Stroke which helps specialists respond to strokes faster. Early analysis shows that no- or slight-disability recoveries have tripled to 48%. Read more...

UK approves smartphone-based KardiaMobile for detecting atrial fibrillation

Paul Hill — Fri, 07 Jan 2022 09:18:01 +0000

The UK has approved KardiaMobile for use in the NHS. The device drastically reduces the complexity of ECG tests by eliminating sticky electrodes and wires from the procedure and allows for home tests. Read more...

The Microsoft Kinect game revolutionizing rehab for stroke survivors

Andy Weir — Sun, 10 Nov 2013 09:46:26 +0000

Researchers have developed a game using Microsoft's Kinect motion tracking system, which is transforming rehabilitation for patients left partially immobile after a stroke, with incredible results. Read more...

Researchers warn of stroke and asthma risk from 3D printers

Andy Weir — Mon, 29 Jul 2013 12:41:30 +0000

Researchers have warned of serious health risks associated with 3D printers - particularly in homes and small businesses, which lack the proper ventilation that these devices demand. Read more...

Microsoft's Kinect for Windows could help stroke victims

John Callaham — Sun, 13 Jan 2013 03:35:22 +0000

UK-based Nottingham Trent University has been awarded a grant to research how Microsoft's Kinect for Windows might be able to help stroke victims recover from facial paralysis. Read more...

Man uses Kinect to help his mother send email after stroke

Andy Weir — Mon, 10 Sep 2012 10:16:18 +0000

Most of us take our many gadgets for granted - but just one piece of technology can make a huge difference to some. One man used Microsoft Kinect to help his mother send email again after a stroke. Read more...