Fall Prevention & Detection

• Toiletlift [More]
  • A toiletlift that fits the toileting needs of multi-user residential facilities
  • Adjustable handrails provide additional support for older adults during toileting
  • Easy-to-use electronic controls with image indicator, suitable for self-use
  • Electric toiletlift to help older adults leave the toilet and reduce falls
  • To ensure users’ safety, privacy, and dignity

• Motion Sensing Light System [More]
  • An automatic bathroom lighting system
  • Non-contact design minimizes the risk of spreading the virus among older persons in a shared room
  • Allow the older persons to use the bathroom freely without releasing their walking aids

Support Older Adults with Decreased Mobility

• Ultrasound Muscle Quality Assessment Kit [More]
  • PolyU invention, by the “Jockey Club Smart Ageing Hub” project team
  • Real-time thigh muscle imaging acquisition & analysis to assess muscle loss in older adults
  • Including five assessment items that may indicate older adults' fall/ sarcopenia risk
  • Regular screening for aged residents to track the mobility abilities of the older adults

• Detachable Laser Indicator [More]
  • PolyU invention, by the “Jockey Club Smart Ageing Hub” project team
  • Applicable to walking canes or walking frames to fit older adults’ needs
  • Visual reminder: the laser line reminds the user of the step length
  • Audio reminder: After long periods of inactivity, a sound alerts the user to walk
  • To conduct training in various settings and enhance the training efficiency

• Anti-wandering Wristband System [More]
  • To avoid older persons leaving the care home or accessing restricted areas
  • To allow the older persons to move freely within the facility while guaranteeing their safety
  • To alert staff of an emergency to provide the necessary assistance
  • Restricted zones, and nursing station alarms concurrently to safeguard older adults with decreased mobility
  • Maintaining older adult independence while meeting nursing needs