ABSTRACT
Since its inception in 2013, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) has become the standard for short-distance wireless communication in many consumer devices, as well as special-purpose devices. In this study, we analyze the security features available in Bluetooth LE standards and evaluate the features implemented in two BLE wearable devices (a Fitbit heart rate wristband and a Polar heart rate chest wearable) and a BLE keyboard to explore which security features in the BLE standards are implemented in the devices. In this study, we used the ComProbe Bluetooth Protocol Analyzer, along with the ComProbe software to capture the BLE traffic of these three devices. We found that even though the standards provide security mechanisms, because the Bluetooth Special Interest Group does not require that manufacturers fully comply with the standards, some manufacturers fail to implement proper security mechanisms. The circumvention of security in Bluetooth devices could leak private data that could be exploited by rogue actors/hackers, thus creating security, privacy, and, possibly, safety issues for consumers and the public. We propose the design of a Bluetooth Security Facts Label (BSFL) to be included on a Bluetooth/BLE enabled device's commercial packaging and conclude that there should be better mechanisms for informing users about the security and privacy provisions of the devices they acquire and use and to educate the public on protection of their privacy when buying a connected device.
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Wearable Electronic Devices , Fitness Trackers , Heart Rate , Privacy , SoftwareABSTRACT
Wearable sensing technologies are having a worldwide impact on the creation of novel business opportunities and application services that are benefiting the common citizen. By using these technologies, people have transformed the way they live, interact with each other and their surroundings, their daily routines, and how they monitor their health conditions. We review recent advances in the area of wearable sensing technologies, focusing on aspects such as sensor technologies, communication infrastructures, service infrastructures, security, and privacy. We also review the use of consumer wearables during the coronavirus disease 19 (COVID-19) pandemic caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), and we discuss open challenges that must be addressed to further improve the efficacy of wearable sensing systems in the future.
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COVID-19 , Wearable Electronic Devices , Humans , Monitoring, Physiologic , Pandemics , SARS-CoV-2ABSTRACT
Se realiza un estudio en el período septiembre 2012 - octubre 2013 en la comunidad del Consejo Centro Oeste Pastorita, con el objetivo de elaborar medios o instrumentos alternativos para potenciar la Cultura Física Terapéutica en la atención a los pacientes adultos para el tratamiento y la prevención del dolor por algunas enfermedades y deformidades de los pies. Se realiza con una población de 20 adultos mayores, tomando como muestra a los 20 pacientes, lo que representa el 100 por ciento. Se diseñaron dos tipos de medios o instrumentos para el tratamiento de estas enfermedades, fundamentados en la medicina complementaria, en especial, la reflexología. A partir de los tres meses de empleado estos instrumentos mostraron ser una herramienta eficiente para el tratamiento del espolón calcáneo, artrosis de pie, tratamiento de dolencias por deformidades, lo que permite una mejor recuperación después de sufrir fracturas o esguince de pie, además de contribuir a la mejora del sistema circulatorio, elevando la calidad de vida, favoreciendo un estado óptimo de relajación, estimulación corporal y mental(AU)
A study was carried out from September 2012 to October 2013 at Central West Community Council Pastorita, aiming to develop alternative means or instruments to enhance the Therapeutic Physical Culture in the care of adult patients for treatment and prevention pain for some diseases and deformities of the feet. It is done with a population of 20 older adults, taking as example the 20 patients, which represents 100 porcent. Two types of means or instruments for the treatment of these diseases, based on complementary medicine, especially designed reflexology. After three months of applied these instruments and proved as efficient tool for the treatment of heel spurs, standing osteoarthritis, treatment of ailments deformities, allowing better recovery after fracture or sprained foot, and contribute to improve the circulatory system, improving the quality of life by promoting an optimal state of relaxation, physical and mental stimulation
