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Revolutionizing Patient Care with WearSafe v3

In a notable advancement in healthcare technology, SmartGate Co., headquartered in Tokyo, is proud to announce the launch of its latest nursing call system, WearSafe™ v3, scheduled for January 2026. This cutting-edge solution incorporates advanced posture detection and fall indicator functionalities, enhancing patient monitoring capabilities significantly.

Originally introduced as part of the Japanese Ministry of Health’s initiative to promote DX in nursing, the WearSafe v1 system already made strides in minimizing the physical workload for nurses—reducing movement distance and room visit frequency by 20-22% and cutting overtime hours for three night-shift nurses by approximately 100 hours per month. The WearSafe v3 builds upon these achievements, aiming to further reduce medical costs stemming from incident falls while improving nurses' mental well-being and workplace environments. Transitioning from a passive to an active and preventive monitoring solution, WearSafe v3 utilizes edge AI to proactively signal potential falls before they occur, ensuring timely assistance.

Future Implementation at Nikko Fujinohara Hospital

A key early adopter of WearSafe v3 is Nikko Fujinohara Hospital in Tochigi Prefecture, led by Director Koichi Tanaka. The hospital will integrate cameras, nurse call buttons, and door sensors throughout the facility, set to commence operations in January 2026. Positioned as a model hospital, it aims to drive the next wave of nursing reforms alongside improved patient care quality.

Hospital Goals and Commitment

• - Enhanced Quality of Life (QOL): Providing patients with a sense of security and easing movement restrictions.
• - Reduced Mental and Physical Strain on Nursing Staff: Alleviating the workload allows for a more supportive work environment.
• - Minimized Overtime: Effective monitoring reduces the incidence requiring after-hours attention.

Director Tanaka emphasizes the hospital's vision: “We aim to become a place where patients can say, ‘It was a great experience; you should visit too.’ Leveraging our beautiful nature and environment to provide trusted medical care is a priority.” Nikko Fujinohara Hospital

Key Features of WearSafe v3

The WearSafe v3 system offers centralized management of notifications through various input methods, including nurse call button presses, sensors, and camera footage. Remote access from large monitors or smartphones allows prioritization of alerts effectively.

Real-Time Notifications with Edge AI App

• - Detection of potential falls from bed.
• - Identification of various positions: standing, sitting, and lying down.
• - Alerts for upper body elevation from bed.
• - Notifications for falls, near-falls, and transitions from beds.
• - Automatic recording functionality during fall detection.
• - Low-light functionality using infrared mode.

Development Roadmap Ahead

Looking to the future, several features are set for rollout:

• - Communication capabilities between cameras, smartphones, and PCs by January 2026.
• - Position detection in common areas, such as hallways by February 2026.
• - Advanced monitoring for patients in various resting positions to gauge risks of pressure ulcers or detect unsafe sleeping positions in infants.
• - AI-generated nursing records and clinical documentation features.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: How does the system differentiate between sitting on the floor after a fall and sitting safely on beds or chairs?

• - The system will send alerts for unsafe postures like sitting on the floor but will recognize safe sitting positions and not trigger an alert unless nursing intervention is necessary, thanks to AI learning.

Q2: What about privacy concerns for data captured by the cameras?

• - Image data is processed on-site, ensuring no transfer to external servers or cloud services, thereby protecting patient privacy while maintaining system efficiency.

Q3: Can WearSafe v3 integrate with existing nurse call systems?

• - WearSafe v3 is designed to be compatible with existing systems and will offer its edge AI application, “Omamoru”, as a standalone solution to streamline operations across various setups.

Conclusion

WearSafe v3 represents a significant leap in patient care technology, promising safer environments for patients and reduced burdens for healthcare professionals. With innovations like these, SmartGate is poised to reshape the future of nursing and patient management.

For further inquiries, please contact:
SmartGate Co.
Address: 2-1-1 Uchikubo, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-0011
Contact: Ikuyo Hanatan
Phone: 03-6661-6805
Website: SmartGate
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