The HARO ECG-seat - sit safely, stay healthy
The HARO ECG-seat is a medically approved product that can help to detect cardiac arrhythmia at an early stage by means of regular 6-channel resting ECG measurements. The risks can be significantly reduced by prompt treatment by a doctor. We were able to support Hamberger on the exciting journey of developing a medical product in the areas of usability, usability engineering, conception and design of the app and are extremely proud of the resulting product.
The HARO ECG Seat is an innovative toilet seat with integrated ECG sensors that unobtrusively monitors heart health. It uses an app to regularly measure heart rate and rhythm in order to detect irregularities such as atrial fibrillation - one of the most common cardiac arrhythmias, which often goes unnoticed and increases the risk of strokes.Thanks to state-of-the-art sensor technology and algorithms, this smart toilet seat enables continuous and precise health monitoring without the user having to wear additional devices or actively take measurements. The data can be viewed directly via the app and shared with a doctor if required.
The key advantage is that it is easy to use and suitable for everyday use: everyone uses the toilet several times a day, so the measurements can be seamlessly integrated into everyday life - without any additional effort. While fitness trackers and smartwatches only record the heart health of those who consciously wear them, the ECG seat reaches a broader target group regardless of age, affinity for technology or fitness level.
With this discreet and innovative solution, the HARO ECG Seat could revolutionize preventive healthcare and make a valuable contribution to the early detection of heart disease. 🚀
The HARO ECG Seat has been tested in a comprehensive medical study to ensure its accuracy and reliability. In collaboration with leading cardiologists, the results confirmed the high precision of the ECG measurements and the effective detection of atrial fibrillation.
The system was evaluated based on evidence and certified in accordance with the strict requirements of the Medical Device Regulation (MDR). This means that the toilet seat is an approved medical device that can be used both in clinical practice and in private households. Patients and doctors can rely on scientifically sound, high-quality technology.
Hamberger Medical GmbH's vision is clear: health monitoring should be suitable for everyday use and accessible to everyone.
Our contribution:
We at BUSSE Design were able to provide Hamberger Medical with conceptual and design support for an intuitive app based on human-centered design. As the product is a medical device according to MDR, we were also responsible for the usability file according to DIN EN 62366. As part of this, we carried out various formative tests and a final summative test with test subjects to ensure the usability of the product, consisting of the seat, ceramic, app, packaging and QuickGuide.
The functions of the app at a glance:
Personal profile in the app
The HARO ECG-seat app allows you to create a personal profile in which you can store your data, such as long-term medications. You also have the option of adding password protection to PDF reports to keep your health information safe and secure.
Tips & tricks in the app
To make using the app and the HARO ECG-seat as easy as possible, the app offers helpful tips and tricks. You will receive step-by-step instructions for the ECG measurement as well as useful information on how to achieve optimum results.
Trends in the app
With the trend function of the HARO ECG-seat app, you can analyze changes in your heart health over time. These graphical representations help you to recognize long-term developments and react to possible changes at an early stage.
ECG diary in the app
The ECG diary function allows you to save all your measurements and add additional notes on symptoms, condition or other health parameters. This allows you to keep track of your heart health at all times and access and download important information at any time.
We would like to congratulate Hamberger on this fantastic product and thank them for the great collaboration!
