Journal of Control & Instrumentation

Journal of Control & Instrumentation Original Research

Neuro Care: A Wearable Gadget for Headache Relief

  1. Muhammad Saifuddeen PA College of Engineering, Mangalore,
  2. Shabnaz PA College of Engineering, Mangalore,
  3. Ayesha Daniya PA College of Engineering, Mangalore,
  4. Sumayya PA College of Engineering, Mangalore,
  5. Rifah Sameen I Sarang PA College of Engineering, Mangalore,

Abstract

Abstract Headaches, particularly migraines, present a significant health challenge. Many individuals, especially students, suffer from frequent headaches that adversely affect their daily lives and academic performance. Neuro Care addresses this issue by offering a non-pharmacological treatment option through a smart helmet designed to provide headache massage therapy. The system's goal is to improve headache sufferers' quality of life by providing a practical, efficient substitute for conventional therapies. Neuro Care is a stylish, intuitive wearable gadget featuring cutting-edge neurostimulation and sensor technology. Its main purpose is to provide focused neurostimulation and relaxation therapy to relieve headache symptoms, such as tension headaches and migraines. Wearing the device around the forehead allows it to efficiently provide therapeutic vibrations and pulses to relieve the troubled area.

Keywords

  • Migraine
  • headache
  • massage therapy
  • mobile application
  • wearable technology

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