This is how one scientist invented a ‘smart sock’ to ease the suffering of his great-grandmother who has dementia
A young inventor quit his job and took up studies at the University of Bristol Robotics Laboratory, so he could help people with dementia. He came up with a unique wearable technology geared towards people living with dementia: socks.The reason was personal: Dr Zeke Steer’s great-grandmother was diagnosed with dementia and would become agitated and aggressive. Her gentle nature gave way to sharp outbursts, and she even went as far as to say that Steer’s grandmother was stealing from her.
While he was at graduate school, Steer volunteered at a dementia care home operated by the St Monica Trust,While he was volunteering there, Steer came upon the idea of Milbotix –– a wearables company he launched in February 2020. "I came to see that my great grandmother wasn't an isolated episode, and that distressed behaviours are very common," he explained.
"Our research shows that the socks can accurately recognise signs of stress—which could really help not just those with dementia and autism, but their caregivers too."“Zeke’s passion was clear from his first day with us and he worked closely with staff, relatives and residents to better understand the effects and treatment of dementia.
Professor Judith Squires, Deputy Vice-Chancellor at the University of Bristol, said: "It is fantastic to see Zeke using the skills he learnt with us to improve the well-being of some of those most in need.
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