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EPISODE · Jun 6, 2026 · 5 MIN

How Wearable Skin Conductance Detects Seizures

from The Wearable Tech Podcast with Fexingo: Smartwatches, Fitness Trackers, and Health Devices · host Fexingo

In this episode of The Wearable Tech Podcast, Lucas and Luna explore how wearable skin conductance sensors are being used to detect epileptic seizures in real time. They focus on the Empatica Embrace, a FDA-cleared smartwatch that measures electrodermal activity to alert caregivers. Lucas explains the science behind sweat gland activation during seizures, citing a 2023 study showing 94% sensitivity. Luna discusses the emotional impact on families, referencing a mother in a clinical trial. The hosts also touch on broader applications for stress and panic detection. Finally, they talk about the show's ad-free model and how listeners can support it at buy me a coffee dot com slash fexingo. #WearableTech #SeizureDetection #Epilepsy #SkinConductance #Empatica #ElectrodermalActivity #FDA #HealthTech #Neurology #Caregiver #StressDetection #PanicAttacks #Technology #Health #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #Podcast #WearableSensors Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

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