IoT-based Human Wearable Epileptic Seizure Alert System
Keywords:
Emergency alert system, Epileptic seizure detection, IoT-based healthcare system, Real-time patient monitoring, Smart healthcare device, Wearable health monitoringAbstract
Epilepsy is a chronic neurological disorder characterized by recurrent and unpredictable seizures caused by abnormal brain activity. Sudden seizure episodes may lead to injuries, unconsciousness, breathing irregularities, and other critical conditions if timely medical assistance is not provided. Conventional monitoring techniques such as Electroencephalography (EEG) and Electrocardiography (ECG) are commonly used for seizure analysis; however, these systems are often costly, bulky, and unsuitable for continuous daily monitoring outside clinical environments. This paper presents an IoT-based wearable epileptic seizure alert system designed for real-time monitoring and emergency notification. The proposed prototype integrates a compact microcontroller with motion and physiological sensing modules to monitor abnormal body movements, heart rate variations, and oxygen saturation levels associated with seizure conditions. A multi-parameter monitoring approach is utilized to improve the reliability of seizure detection and minimize false triggering. Upon detection of abnormal conditions, the system activates an emergency alert mechanism that includes an audible alarm, wireless notification to caregivers, and real-time location sharing for rapid assistance. The wearable device is designed to be lightweight, portable, energy efficient, and suitable for continuous health monitoring applications. The proposed system demonstrates the potential of IoT-enabled wearable healthcare technology for improving patient safety, remote monitoring, and emergency response in epilepsy management.
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