CES 2024 in Las Vegas introduced a new wearable device, the Gyro glove, which is designed to counteract hand tremors using advanced gyroscopic technology. This glove has been particularly beneficial for people like Roberta Wilson-Garrett, who lives with Parkinson’s disease. The glove helps stabilize the hand, making everyday tasks like buttoning a shirt or holding a cup of coffee easier. Despite its initial effectiveness, one incident highlighted the need for it when Wilson-Garrett spilled her coffee after forgetting to use the glove.
The GyroGlove consists of a cloth glove, a gyroscope in the stabilization module and a battery in the forearm. Designed to be easy to use for people with hand tremors, it was still difficult for the author, who did not have tremors, to fully evaluate its effectiveness. The device weighs approximately 1.27 pounds and includes features such as large buttons and a clear display for ease of use. Despite its weight, long-term users like Wilson-Garrett find it comfortable to wear all day and adapt to its presence over time.
The GyroGlove, while beneficial, carries a hefty price tag of $5,899, although a limited-time sale offers a $1,000 discount. It is registered as a medical device with the FDA and the Australian TGA, and discussions are underway to potentially have it covered by insurance in the US. Although it does not replace medications or other treatments, its availability marks an important step in helping to people with hand tremors. The company aims to refine future versions to improve stabilization and reduce size.
Go to GyroGlove YouTube to see more user testimonial videos.
Fountain: Engadget
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