Smart Thread Detects Wound Healing

Jul-18-16 Researchers at Tuft’s University have created a new smart thread able to detect how a wound is healing and alert doctors to any complications.

The thread-based diagnostic device is equipped with sensors able to measure specifics such as strain and temperature as well as glucose levels and pH. This array allows the thread to analyze tissue strength and detect the body chemistry that indicates how well the wound is healing. The smart thread was also able to send its collected data to a paired device via a wireless transmitter.

Though the smart thread is still being tested, the team believes it could have significant applications in wound healing as well as personalized health monitors.

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