MedTech News
J&J’s Shockwave adds enhanced catheter to U.S. IVL portfolio
Johnson & Johnson MedTech‘s Shockwave Medical today announced the full U.S. launch of its Shockwave E8 peripheral IVL catheter.
FDA clears tissue scanner from SamanTree Medical
SamanTree Medical announced today that it received FDA 510(k) clearance for its Histolog scanner for tissue imaging.
FDA Authorizes First Over-the-Counter Hearing Aid Software
SILVER SPRING, Md., Sept. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration authorized the first over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aid software device, Hearing Aid Feature, intended to be used with compatible versions of the Apple AirPods Pro headphones. Once installed and customized to the user’s hearing needs, the Hearing Aid Feature enables compatible versions of the AirPods Pro to serve as an OTC hearing aid, intended to amplify sounds for individuals 18 years or older with perceived mild to moderate hearing impairment.
NeuFit Introduces a Groundbreaking Approach to Treating Neuropathy with the NEUBIE Device
AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — NeuFit is revolutionizing neurological rehabilitation with its innovative approach that integrates advanced diagnostics and therapeutic technologies. At the center of NeuFit’s success is the NEUBIE (Neuro-Bio-Electric Stimulator), a cutting-edge device that utilizes direct current (DC) electrical stimulation to promote accelerated recovery, enhance performance, and improve overall well-being. This press release highlights NeuFit’s unique approach and its multi-site clinical trial collaboration with Hands-On Diagnostics (HODS) to address neuropathy.
A new app uses smartphone technology to ‘uncuff’ blood pressure monitoring
Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh are pioneering a new approach to blood pressure monitoring—using the devices we carry with us every day.
Startup’s displays engineer light to generate immersive experiences without the headsets
“We are adding a new layer of control between the world of computers and what your eyes see,” says Barmak Heshmat, co-founder of Brelyon and a former MIT postdoc.
iRhythm wins regulatory nod in Japan for Zio ECG
iRhythm Technologies (Nasdaq: IRTC)+ announced that it received approval in Japan for its Zio long-term continuous monitoring (LTCM) system.
Wearable lung patch uses deep learning to detect asthma and COPD
Researchers at the Georgia Institute of Technology have developed a deep learning (DL) model that they paired with a wearable patch equipped with a highly sensitive sensor that can automatically detect wheezing sounds