Innovative Aging Episode 11: Tremor Management: Can Social Isolation Be Reduced With Earthquake Tech?

Join host Carol Chiang and Emile Maamary, cofounder of Steadiwear, as they discuss how structural engineering and earthquake-design technology are revolutionizing tremor management. You will discover the functional and psychological differences between Parkinson’s and essential tremor and how battery-free, adaptive stabilization can restore independence in high-stakes social activities like dining or self-care. This conversation explores moving beyond traditional weighted vests or medication to offer your patients a noninvasive “superpower” for daily function. Learn how these innovative tools can bridge the gap in the continuum of care to reduce social isolation and improve long-term quality of life.Learning OutcomesAnalyze the evidence around the efficacy of biomechanical stabilization and anti-vibration technologies in reducing the global burden and functional impact of essential tremor and Parkinson’s diseaseDetermine the situations in which noninvasive, battery-free wearable devices using tuned mass damping provide the most benefit for patients seeking to maintain independence in ADLs and social participationSolve patient case scenarios involving action tremors and associated secondary risks, such as social isolation, by integrating conservative stabilization tools into a multisystem continuum of careTimestamps(00:00:00) Welcome(00:00:05) Understanding the impact of tremors on daily life(00:02:25) Guest introduction(00:03:32) The differences between Parkinson's and essential tremor(00:07:20) Exploring solutions for tremor management(00:17:11) The role of technology in tremor suppression(00:20:40) A new approach to tremor management(00:31:45) Deciding which treatment is right for a patient(00:37:45) Real-world applications and success stories(00:40:55) Top three actionable takeawaysInnovative Aging is brought to you by Medbridge. If you’d like to earn continuing education credit for listening to this episode and access bonus takeaway handouts, log in to your Medbridge account and navigate to the course where you’ll find accreditation details. If applicable, complete the post-course assessment and survey to be eligible for credit. The takeaway handout on Medbridge gives you the key points mentioned in this episode, along with additional resources you can implement into your practice right away.If you’d like to subscribe to Medbridge, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.medbridge.com/pricing/