Nudge
Active Intervention for Neonatal Care
Silent Rooms.
Invisible Risks.
29% of late preterm infants admitted to the NICU develop significant respiratory morbidity
15% of term infants face the same challenge.
That rates are even higher for infants born before 34 week's gestation. This compromises breathing patterns in neonates, creating a high risk environment in what should be a place of recovery
Sleep apnea poses a significant threat to the well-being of NICU babies, impacting overall health and long-term development. The challenge is not the occurrence of apnea, but the compromised breathing patterns that persist in the silent environment of NICU.
The Threat of Compromised Breathing Patterns
“The need for a proactive solution is evident”
Restricted Mobility in a Vulnerable Environment
Electrocardiograms (ECG) and Pulse Oximeters offer real-time data on heart rate and SpO2. These provide valuable insights but remain strictly observational
Current Tech Observation
No direct intervention mechanism. Current tools detect the problem but do not assist the infant in maintaining regular breathing.
The Clinical Gap
Nudge aims to reduce sleep apnea complications in neonates by enhancing breathing patterns during sleep. It combines an interactive pillow with wireless monitoring to detect irregular breathing and gently encourages rhythmic breathing through timely nudges.
Existing devices restrict infant mobility with heavy wired connections
Operational Burden
The physical constraints of wires disrupt the natural sleep environment required for development
Hindered Sleep
Cumbersome Hardware
Care focus remains on passive monitoring rather than facilitating comfort
Introducing Nudge
From Passive Monitoring to Active Assistance
An innovative, professional-grade pillow designed explicitly for NICU infants. It integrates wireless monitoring to not only detect irregular breathing but actively intervene
The Intervention Loop
Detect
Wireless technology analyzes the data in real time
Process
The integrated Rogers Sensor monitors complex vitals and detects irregular breathing patterns
Nudge
The pillow actively nudges the infant to encourage rhythmic breathing resolving the apnea event without nurse intervention
The Rogers Sensor
A significant leap compared to traditional sensors, offering comprehensive insights beyond simple heart rate
Heart Rate
Blood Oxygen Levels (SpO2)
Typical Sensor
Blood Pressure
Blood Oxygen Levels (SpO2)
Core Body Temperature
Peripheral Body Temperature
Blood Flow
Rogers Sensor
Monitoring Beyond Isolation
The Rogers Sensor can stay on babies and captures vitals during Parent-Baby Interactions. Unlike cumbersome wires that must be disconnected or risk entanglement during holding. Nudge maintains monitoring continuity during bonding moments
The Outcome
Reduced Morbidity
Reduced Complications
Significantly reduces sleep apnea-related complications in neonates
Direct Intervention
Compromised breathing patterns are addressed immediately
Holistic Approach
Bridge the gap in existing interventions for comprehensive NICU care
