Smartwatches and Fitbits are great for tracking movement, but they weren’t designed for the type of people for whom collecting movement data is arguably most important: older adults who use mobility aids like walkers. For such adults, a change in activity could signal a life-threatening problem: Falls are a leading cause of injury-based death for older adults in the U.S. Decreased mobility could also signal problems like heart failure, depression, or cognitive decline. Now WalkWise is helping older adults stay safe and active with a device that attaches to their…
