Geriatric populace is highly
susceptible to neurological disorders. Electroencephalography systems &
devices play a vital role in detecting such disorders. Advancements in these
medical equipment can expand their reach to other fields.
What are EEG Devices?
Electroencephalography (EEG)
can record electrical impulses emitted by the brain. According to a World
Health Organization (WHO) study, more than 50 million people are suffering from
epilepsy. EEG devices and systems can be utilized to detect the early signs of
epilepsy and other neurological disorders such as brain tumor, Motor Neurone
Disease (MND), Alzheimer’s disease, and others.
Communication Using BCI
Brain computer interface
(BCI) technology acts as a communicator between the brain and an external
device. Recently, scientists have conducted an experiment on a group of
paraplegics to test their responses to BCI. These patients of spinal cord
injuries were taught to walk with the help of a robotic exoskeleton and their
responses were recorded with EEG devices. Another study conducted by BrainScope
Company Inc. showed the efficiency of its EEG device, AHEAD 300. It can predict
the severity of head injuries with nearly 90% accuracy.
Portable Devices
According to a recent study
by a team of scientists from Germany, China, and U.S., a brain-reading machine
was able to interpret blinking signals into appropriate brain waves in patients
with MND. The success of such trials could culminate in the use of EEG machines
for other disorders as well. Corporations are keen on manufacturing portable
EEGs to target small scale researchers. NeuroSky Mindwave and Emotiv Epoc are
some examples of such handheld devices.
Market Overview
The worldwide electroencephalography
(EEG) systems/devices market is projected to attain
nearly USD 1.4 billion by 2025, according to Grand View Research, Inc. It is
anticipated to expand at around 7.6% CAGR over the forecast period (2014 to
2025). The market is driven by the effectiveness of EEG devices and high
prevalence of neurological disorders.
The 32-channel EEG devices
are expected to continue dominating the global market over the forecast period
due to technological breakthroughs and rising adoption. Portable EEG devices
are expected to register a lucrative growth till 2025. In 2015, North America
led the global market, followed by Asia Pacific and Europe. Notable market
players are Natus Medical, Inc.; Cadwell Laboratories, Inc.; Noraxon U.S.A.,
Inc.; and Medtronic.
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