In the world of various sports we engage in today, the risk of injuries is ever-present. Ensuring safety and taking preventative measures are paramount.
In this context, Prevent Biometric has announced the development of a smart mouthguard that uses advanced technology to monitor impacts.
This mouthguard comes with a patented design and offers wireless charging and real-time synchronization.
The impact-monitoring mouthguard is capable of measuring linear and angular acceleration, as well as tracking location, direction, and the number of detected impacts.
Each mouthguard can be stored in the included case, which also serves to sanitize them using ultraviolet light.
For situations involving a large number of athletes, Prevent Biometric has introduced the Prevent Team Case, which includes 27 mouthguards and compatible chargers.
Data and notifications from these mouthguards can be accessed through a mobile application or the dedicated website.
This technology represents a significant advancement in healthcare for rugby players, as World Rugby has announced that it will provide smart mouthguards as part of its new initiatives to care for athletes’ well-being.
The organization has allocated an initial amount of 2 million euros to support the adoption of this technology by various unions, clubs, and competitions.
This technology is set to make its debut in the WXV women’s rugby competition later this month.
The smart mouthguard sends instant notifications to on-field medical staff for timely intervention when an athlete experiences a significant head impact.
Rugby players are required to wear these mouthguards during both training sessions and matches, allowing coaches to better assess injuries and enhance overall team safety.
Players sustaining severe head impact (above 70 grams and 4000 radians/second squared for men, or 55 grams and 4000 radians/second squared for women) will be removed for medical evaluation.
While smart mouthguards have been available for several years, the ability to monitor impacts and injuries directly during matches represents a significant leap forward.
It is expected that this technology will find broader adoption in various global sports to maximize athlete safety.
