Utilization of Smart Textiles in Healthcare

Utilization of Smart Textiles in Healthcare

Healthcare related smart clothes, which are in contact with almost all the surface of the skin, offer huge potential for the location of sensors for non-invasive measurements. The term “Smart Textiles” refers to a broad field of studies and products that extend the functionality and usefulness of common fabrics. In this paper, we discuss the utilization of smart textiles in healthcare.