Telemonitoring systems and technologies for independent life of elderly

Abstract

The population aging is tending to become one of the most significant social challenges of the 21st century. In this ageing period maintaining independents and good health for as long as possible is essential. Using telemonitoring technologies in home environment is still under development, but this method appears to be one of the most promising approaches to facilitate independent living for elderly. With the current technology, it is possible to implement solutions that until recently seemed to be a distant vision of the future and it provides new opportunities for diagnosis, prevention, education, treatment, rehabilitation, and also improve the quality of life. This paper brings an overview of some solutions presented in literature as well as our own concept of telemonitoring system.