Internet of Medical Things Shakes Up the Development of Medical Devices with Analytics and Cloud

 Blockchain technology to mitigate security challenges and help IoMT providers tap growth opportunities, finds Frost & Sullivan’s TechVision team

SANTA CLARA, Calif. – August 10, 2017 – As patients are increasingly asserting their right to choose the therapy that best suits them, demand for better access to their medical data is intensifying. The shift in the balance of power during decision making is compelling healthcare providers to find more efficient ways of extracting meaningful information from medical records to present to patients. This has heightened the need for analytics to process the voluminous data produced by advanced, connected and smarter patient monitoring devices, which, consecutively, has turned the spotlight on the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT). Meaningful insights accrued from the range of connected medical devices and monitoring tools can help patients make lifestyle changes or better manage an existing disease, and simultaneously aid clinicians by facilitating decision making.

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“Sharing of medical data or transmission of medical data through the cloud is a recent trend and is gaining traction, even in developing nations, with the healthcare industry becoming digitized,” observed Frost & Sullivan TechVision Industry Analyst Bhargav Rajan. “IoMT will accelerate the development of advanced medical devices that can seamlessly transfer structured information to electronic health records more efficiently than existing technologies.”

Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) Revolutionizing Healthcare is part of Frost & Sullivan’s TechVision (Medical Devices & Imaging) Growth Partnership Subscription. IoMT is an amalgamation of medical devices and applications that can connect to healthcare IT systems using networking technologies. The analysis covers product-centric and process-centric functions of the technology.

To access more information on this analysis, please click here.

While the benefits are many, IoMT has inherent IT security vulnerabilities that expose highly sensitive data to cyber and phishing attacks. Technologists are attempting to resolve this issue by employing blockchain technology, which enables a highly secure, decentralized framework for data sharing. Using a combination of artificial intelligenceand blockchain technology, companies can keep an audit trail of all transactions. Predictive modeling used in combination with big data analytics can reduce healthcare costs and improve patient experiences and outcomes.

“Blockchain technology in IoMT will allow patient records to be automatically fed with real-time data of the patients, which will subsequently be sent to healthcare providers over a secure network through a web-enabled platform,” noted Rajan. “Through this process, personalized care can be delivered to a patient in a remote location.”

 

About TechVision

Frost & Sullivan's global TechVision practice is focused on innovation, disruption and convergence, and provides a variety of technology-based alerts, newsletters and research services as well as growth consulting services. Its premier offering, the TechVision program, identifies and evaluates the most valuable emerging and disruptive technologies enabling products with near-term potential. A unique feature of the TechVision program is an annual selection of 50 technologies that can generate convergence scenarios, possibly disrupt the innovation landscape, and drive transformational growth. View a summary of our TechVision program by clicking on the following link: http://ifrost.frost.com/TechVision_Demo.

 

About Frost & Sullivan

Frost & Sullivan, the Growth Partnership Company, works in collaboration with clients to leverage visionary innovation that addresses the global challenges and related growth opportunities that will make or break today's market participants. For more than 50 years, we have been developing growth strategies for the global 1000, emerging businesses, the public sector and the investment community.

SMD Cosmetics night cream unlocks power of ancient herbs, enhances natural effects of “beauty sleep” –

Finally a Night Cream that will Brighten Your Day

 

SAN FRANCISCO, California – (August 10, 2017): Following the tremendous success of their celebrity-coveted Inhyunjin collection, award-winning skin care company SMD Cosmetics’ breakthrough night cream enhances the body’s own natural processes to restore beauty and reverse signs of aging. The first of its kind, the Inhyunjin Cream Intensive Night Repair harnesses the herbal medicinal benefits of over 30 patented ingredients; 6 of which have been processed 9 times over 50 days for a uniquely potent formula that absorbs easily, and works exactly when skin needs it most…at night.

While you sleep, skin enters recovery mode. Body temperature lowers, making the skin more permeable, and natural hormones go to work boosting collagen production, detoxifying and reconstructing cells, and counteracting damage from UV rays, pollution, and free radicals. Scientifically formulated to penetrate deep into cells and restore radiance, Inhyunjin Cream Night Intensive Repair has unique and powerful active ingredients that boost the recovery and renewal process while maintaining skin’s essential moisture to prevent signs of aging.

Packed with amino acids that protect skin from damage and improve cell reconstruction, SMD’s patented night cream contains herbal to medicinal anti-inflammatory tannins to reduce redness and irritation, while strengthening capillaries to improve skin texture and tone. Upon waking, skin is healthier, firmer, and silky smooth. For best results, use with complete Inhyunjin skin care ritual, massaging cream on face and neck in an upward and outward motion following Inhyunjin Emulsion. A little goes a long way with this powerful formula, and one jar can last up to 6-8 months with nightly use. Visit http://www.SMDCosmetics.com to learn more about the Inhyunjin collection, and to purchase Inhyunjin Cream Intensive Night Repair.

About SMD Cosmetics:

SMD Cosmetics offers a premium line of award-winning, natural skincare products from South Korea. Founded over 20 years ago, SMD Cosmetics has perfected their patented formulas by using the most advanced natural skincare technology in combination with Asian herbal medicinal wisdom that is truly authentic. SMD Cosmetics is one of Korea’s most prestigious, top-selling skin care lines formulated by a team of researchers and chemists to revive, replenish and rejuvenate your skin using the power of nature and innovative technology. For more information, visit the site at: www.SMDcosmetics.com.

 

Top 5 Back to School Stressors and How to Bust Them

By Dr. Sanam Hafeez, NYC Licensed Neuropsychologist and School Psychologist

While the start of a new school year comes with excitement for kids, it also comes with stress. It’s common for kids to feel overwhelmed this time of year especially as they navigate the challenges that crop up with a new school year. This stress can manifest itself in stomach aches, headaches, loss of appetite, even depression. Here are 5 common top back to school stressors and how parents can help their kids to bust them.

  1. Facing the bully.

For kids who are bullied, summer break also means a break from the relentless verbal and at times physical abuse that can be crushing to a kid’s self-worth. Oftentimes kids won’t tell parents that they are being bullied because they are embarrassed or fear telling school administrators will only escalate the bullying. As the school start date approaches, pay attention to your kid’s anxiety level. Communicate and ask them what they are looking forward to this school year. Ask them who are they most excited to see when they return to school. Listen for any negativity and seek to understand where it comes from. Ask if they ever witnessed bullying and what they would do if they did. If your child reveals that they don’t want to see a certain group of kids ask why and get as much information as you can. You want to show your kid that they have your support without judgement.

  1. Extra work!

Kids who once did great may enter the new year and feel overwhelmed with the additional school work. Perhaps they aren’t grasping the material as quickly as they once did. This is common especially in math at the junior high level. Once parents can no longer help kids with homework, they may want to invest in tutoring. Before selecting a tutor it’s wise to have your child be evaluated to get clarity on how they learn best. Some kids are visual learners making a math tutor who helps the student to “see” how the equations play out in visual analogy are tremendously helpful. Another solution that can benefit the whole family is hiring a time management or accountability coach to help the entire family to manage schedules effectively.

  1. Tuition bills.

With the skyrocketing cost of education, many kids listen to parents discussing the stress they feel about college tuition and then take on that stress themselves. Money is a stressful topic because it is usually never spoken about openly and honestly. Some students may wonder if college is even a right option for them but fear voicing this opinion. Many feel that higher education leaves them ill prepared for “the real world.” Many parents and kids question the value of the six-figure tuition price tag. There has been a slow shift away from traditional education in favor of entrepreneurship. Perhaps an internship at a small business a few days per week after school can provide them with more hands-on experience on a path that truly interests them and can be even more lucrative. Showing your kids there are many ways to achieve success, presents options they may not have ever known existed.

  1. The unknown.

Whether your child is starting school for the first time or entering junior high, high school or even college; anxiety is common when we are uncertain. Anxiety doesn’t discriminate and older kids get anxious about the unknown just the same as the younger kids do. It’s common for small children to have separation anxiety at the start of school and for homesickness to strike college freshman living away for the first time. Touring the school, getting to know teachers in advance, and getting as much information beforehand helps kids to mentally prepare for what they can expect.

  1. Social status and drama.

The return to school comes with the return to more kids and more social drama. Usually in the summer, kids stick to their immediate group of best friends. During the school year, they are forced to get along with everyone. The gossip and constant pressure to fit in can cause anxiety. Simple things like choosing clothing, hairstyle and over all appearance can cause a lot of pressure. Teens especially are trying to get a handle on body image and are often feel anxious about being judged by other kids. It’s important to be supportive and understanding while reaffirming your child’s strengths and larger goals. When your kids are busy focused on what they want to achieve and what they enjoy doing, they’re less likely to have time to concern themselves with the opinions of others.

About the expert:

Dr. Sanam Hafeez PsyD is a NYC based licensed clinical psychologist, teaching faculty member at the prestigious Columbia University Teacher’s College and the founder and Clinical Director of Comprehensive Consultation Psychological Services, P.C. a neuropsychological, developmental and educational center in Manhattan and Queens. 

 

Dr. Hafeez masterfully applies her years of experience connecting psychological implications to address some of today’s common issues such as body image, social media addiction, relationships, workplace stress, parenting and psychopathology (bipolar, schizophrenia, depression, anxiety, etc…). In addition, Dr. Hafeez works with individuals who suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), learning disabilities, attention and memory problems, and abuse. Dr. Hafeez often shares her credible expertise to various news outlets in New York City and frequently appears on CNN and Dr.Oz.

 

Connect with her via twitter @comprehendMind or www.comprehendthemind.com

Increased Endometrial Cancer Rates Found in Women with High Levels of Cadmium

 

Researcher recommends women limit cadmium intake

 

 

COLUMBIA, Mo. (Aug. 9, 2017) ― More than 31,000 new cases of endometrial cancer are expected to be diagnosed in 2017. Through a five-year observational study recently published in PLOS One, researchers at the University of Missouri found that women with increased levels of cadmium — a metal commonly found in foods such as kidneys, liver and shellfish as well as tobacco — also had an increased risk of endometrial cancer. It’s an observation the researchers hope could lead to new treatments or interventions to prevent the fourth most common cancer in women.

 

“Cadmium is an estrogen-mimicking chemical, meaning it imitates estrogen and its effects on the body,” said lead author Jane McElroy, Ph.D., associate professor in the Department of Family and Community Medicine at the MU School of Medicine. “Endometrial cancer has been associated with estrogen exposure. Because cadmium mimics estrogen, it may lead to an increased growth of the endometrium, contributing to an increased risk of endometrial cancer.”

 

The research team partnered with cancer registries in Missouri, Arkansas and Iowa to identify cases of endometrial cancer. The team enrolled 631 women with a history of endometrial cancer in the study and 879 women without a history of the cancer to serve as a control group. The participants were asked to complete a survey of more than 200 questions about risk factors potentially associated with endometrial cancer. Once they completed the questionnaire, participants were sent a kit to collect urine and saliva samples. Through tests conducted at the MU Research Reactor, the samples were analyzed for cadmium levels.

 

“When comparing the cadmium levels of the individuals with endometrial cancer to the control group, we found a statistically significant increased risk of the cancer associated with a woman’s cadmium levels,” McElroy said. “We found the rate of endometrial cancer incidence increased by 22 percent in individuals with increased cadmium levels.”

 

While more research is needed to better understand the risks associated with cadmium, researchers say there are steps individuals can take to limit their cadmium-associated cancer risks.

 

“We all have cadmium present in our kidneys and livers, but smoking has been shown to more than double a person’s cadmium exposure,” McElroy said. “Also, we recommend being attentive to your diet, as certain foods such as shellfish, kidney and liver can contain high levels of cadmium. You don’t necessarily need to cut these from your diet, but eat them in moderation. This is especially true if women have a predisposition to endometrial cancer, such as a family history, diabetes or obesity.”

 

The study, “Cadmium Exposure and Endometrial Cancer Risk: A Large Midwestern U.S. Population-based Case-control Study,” recently was published in PLOS ONE, an international, peer-reviewed and open-access publication. Research reported in this study was supported by the American Cancer Society and the National Science Foundation. The researchers have no conflicts of interest to declare related to this study. The content is solely the responsibility of the authors and does not necessarily represent the official views of the funding agencies.

 

Digital Health Market Update: Entering a Next-Generation of Digital Transformation in Healthcare

Frost & Sullivan hosts a complimentary briefing discussing innovations in the digitization of healthcare

SANTA CLARA, Calif. August 8, 2017

WHEN:
Tuesday, 29th August 2017 at 1:00 pm EDT
LOCATION:
On-line, with Complimentary Registration
 

SPEAKER:

 

Daniel Ruppar, Global Program Director, Digital Health, Frost & Sullivan

Digital health brings a diverse range of growth opportunities for vendors across the value chain. As the space evolves we have experienced a multitude of stepwise successes and stellar failures, yet funding continues to flood the sector. Major moves continue to come into the industry from the broader vendor environment, underlining the importance of health in everyone’s lives and progressively in strategic interests of the C-Suite across the ecosystem, from provider to payer to vendor organizations.

To attend the webinar, please click here or email Mariana Fernandez, Corporate Communications: mariana.fernandez@frost.com

“What is exciting about digital health is the continued progression of investment, innovation, the change in conversation, and the understanding of old and new stakeholders’ needs. The road for digital transformation in healthcare will be a long one, yet it is one where all kinds of great companies, innovators, payers, providers, and consumers want to be a part of, which shows the promise of this market,” explained Daniel Ruppar, Digital Health Global Program Director, at Frost & Sullivan.

Healthcare delivery is evolving throughout the continuum of care, creating both new drivers and challenges. Stakeholders must overcome the data and information hurdles leveraging progressive improvements in health IT to form the backbone of collaborative and unified patient care, across all environments and points of experience in the patient journey. New models, digital tools, data driven treatment decisions, and learnings from global markets all present opportunities to solve challenges currently faced in healthcare. The progression of topics like artificial intelligence (AI) in areas from hard analytics usage to consumer platforms, or extensive market discussions about the telehealth value in mental health, demonstrate that this transformation is in progress.

Join Frost & Sullivan in this webinar update showcasing a variety of different facets of the market and continue to learn why there’s something for everyone in digital health!

Attend this webinar to discover the latest trends on:

• Highlights in new findings on diverse digital health sectors, such as data analytics, patient engagement, hospital health IT including workforce management software, and sleep tech.

• Leading investment telehealth areas identified in Frost & Sullivan research in 2017, and the further value of telebehavioral health.

• Consumer digital health platform progressions and integration of artificial intelligence.

• Will Apple’s Activity and Watch changes truly make a difference?

• Future impact components, including the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) and blockchain.

About Frost & Sullivan

Frost & Sullivan, the Growth Partnership Company, works in collaboration with clients to leverage visionary innovation that addresses the global challenges and related growth opportunities that will make or break today's market participants. For more than 50 years, we have been developing growth strategies for the global 1000, emerging businesses, the public sector and the investment community.

Indiegogo Campaign Seeks to Keep Plastic Bottles Out of Landfills with New Wearable Hydration

Wetsleeve is a breakthrough in wearable hydration that can be easily refilled and reused.  Thanks to a new Indiegogo campaign, everyone from runners to paddle boarders will be able to comfortably take water with them on-the-go.

 

A game-changer in daily hydration is born with the launch of Wetsleeve, an innovative and patented lightweight hydration solution worn on the forearm. Over 50 billion disposable water bottles are consumed on a yearly basis and despite recycling options, 80 percent of which end up in landfills.  Many cities are making water fountains and places to refill reusable drinking receptacles more available. The founders of Wetsleeve designed this concept to make hydration easily accessible while lessening the impact on the environment.

Not only is this product environmentally responsible, but it also makes hydration seamless and effortless — users can drink from the wrist without breaking their athletic momentum. Multiple studies show that 75 percent of Americans may be chronically dehydrated. Hydration is a major component to optimum fitness results.

The Wetsleeve enables athletes and outdoor enthusiasts to no longer have to carry around bottles or wear bulky, impractical hydration packs while on the move. Designed with comfort, ease of use, sustainability, and streamlined mobility in mind, it incorporates a refillable 12oz (350ml) liquid reservoir and is available in three sizes (small, medium, and large). Wetsleeve is suitable for virtually all sports and activities, including: running, hiking, cycling, paddle boarding, skateboarding, kitesurfing, general fitness, yoga, and fishing, among others.

“Being an avid outdoors enthusiast, I hated having to carry a water bottle with me, and the impact on our environment is highly alarming. I needed a lightweight and comfortable solution that gave me easy access to the hydration I needed, without weighing me down. With the Wetsleeve, we were able to achieve just that. It provides the perfect balance of convenience, comfort, and capacity,” says David Herring, one of the founders of Wetsleeve.

Crafted from breathable, soft, water-resistant materials, Wetsleeve is gentle on the skin and ensures optimal comfort at all times. The 3D mesh lining on its underside lets the skin breathe, while ensuring an elastic, yet firm and streamlined fit. Wetsleeve also incorporates two built-in pockets, perfect for carrying personal belongings, like cards, keys, or headphones. After opening Wetsleeve’s zippered pocket on the outside, the easily accessible hydration reservoir is taken out and filled up with water or the hydration drink of choice, before being placed back in the sleeve. The silicone mouthpiece situated towards the wrist allows the user to hydrate effortlessly from a natural, ergonomic position. Wetsleeve’s built-in insulated lining ensures the liquid inside stays cool during extended use. The reservoir, made from FDA-approved, food-grade materials was meticulously designed to compress after every sip, to minimize ‘sloshing’, while the integrated spine ensures the liquid contents stay evenly distributed at all times, even during rigorous activities.

Wetsleeve has partnered with the award-winning design firm Development Never Stops (DNS). Based in Switzerland, DNS holds 16 international design awards for their work in the activewear industry to date. Together, the two teams have worked closely with athletes in usability and testing to ensure Wetsleeve’s performance and durability under a wide range of conditions, activities, and terrains. After three generations of prototypes, countless iterations, and meticulously chosen premium materials, Wetsleeve has secured top-notch, reputable manufacturers and is ready for large-scale production.

 

Wetsleeve is available to pre-order on Indiegogo, with expected first deliveries in October 2017. Campaign page: ­­­­­­­­ wetsleeve.com/indiegogo

Wearable Devices’ Expansion to Industrial Sector Thrives with Addition of Advanced Sensors and Software

 

The devices augment users’ productivity and knowledge, enable access to unlimited data, and connect the entire network system, finds Frost & Sullivan’s TechVision team

 

SANTA CLARA, Calif. – August 4, 2017 – The emergence of the Internet of Things (IoT) and workers’ need for real-time data, monitoring and tracking are boosting the development of wearable technologies for the industrial sector. With the technology crossing the concept phase, stakeholders in manufacturing, logistics and warehousing, construction, mining, oil & gas, retail and healthcare industries are eager to incorporate it into their portfolios. Devices like caps, portable eyeglasses and wrist-worn devices, which are embedded with advanced sensors, voice-recognition technology, visual aids, and touch-assistive provisions, ensure user safety and offer easy access to data.

“Technologists are now designing wearable devices that are lighter, portable, easy-to-handle with long battery power and advanced sensor technologies in order to improve human ergonomics and reduce fatigue related issues,” noted Frost & Sullivan TechVision Research Analyst Ranjana Lakshmi Venkatesh Kumar. “The miniaturization trend and advancements in materials will further result in wearable devices with tiny sensors and electronic components that can be a part of the human body itself.”

Wearable Technologies for Industrial Applications is part of Frost & Sullivan’s TechVision Growth Partnership Service program. The study identifies key wearable device technologies and market players across applications like manufacturing shop floors, shop floor assembly, quality checks, and item pick up and movements, as well as delivery scheduling.

 

To access more information on this analysis, please click here.

 

While the devices’ scope of application is expanding rapidly, high capital costs and limited support from existing platforms are restricting adoption in the industrial sector. Companies also are apprehensive about the technology’s ability to integrate smoothly with the existing workflow. Many technology developers may not even have access to the technology required to build ergonomics and environment-of-use into the product design.

“Over the next two to five years, highly disruptive developments are expected in the wearable device market,” noted Kumar. “Greater digitization will transform the current industrial sector into a smart industry with internal users and external customers connected to the supply chain process, and machine-human interface enhancing productivity, user awareness, and working conditions.”

The range of wearable devices that can now be used or evaluated in industrial settings includes smart watches, activity or health trackers (fitness bands), wearable mobile cameras, smart eyewear, and head-mounted displays with augmented reality (AR). Other technologies with potential include ring sensors to control the environment, electronic skin wearable devices for displays and even headbands that track brain activity to achieve composure or focus.

Some of the outstanding innovators in this field include:

  • Epson, UK: Epson provides a lightweight binocular smart glass device with excellent OLED display. The device has a camera to project assistive AR images. The advanced sensors and processors read the environment of the user and present suitable recommendations.
  • ODG (Osterhout Design Group), USA: The ODG smart glass is a mobile computer consisting of two stereoscopic HD displays run at 80 frame/second with a 40-degree field of vision. The glasses are targeted at industrial and healthcare applications.
  • OptAlert, Australia: The company has developed a fatigue management device that measures users’ drowsiness in real time based on pupil movement. It features a unique Bluetooth technology with multiple layers of protection that ensures safety of the device.

 

About TechVision

 

Frost & Sullivan's global TechVision practice is focused on innovation, disruption and convergence, and provides a variety of technology-based alerts, newsletters and research services as well as growth consulting services. Its premier offering, the TechVision program, identifies and evaluates the most valuable emerging and disruptive technologies enabling products with near-term potential. A unique feature of the TechVision program is an annual selection of 50 technologies that can generate convergence scenarios, possibly disrupt the innovation landscape, and drive transformational growth. View a summary of our TechVision program by clicking on the following link: http://ifrost.frost.com/TechVision_Demo.

 

About Frost & Sullivan

 

Frost & Sullivan, the Growth Partnership Company, works in collaboration with clients to leverage visionary innovation that addresses the global challenges and related growth opportunities that will make or break today's market participants. For more than 50 years, we have been developing growth strategies for the global 1000, emerging businesses, the public sector and the investment community. Contact us: Start the discussion

 

GOOD NEWS FOR BASEBALL PITCHERS, OTHER ATHLETES

Large national study finds vascular surgery for thoracic outlet syndrome is safe

CHICAGO, Illinois, August 1, 2017 – A national study has confirmed the safety of decompression surgery for thoracic outlet syndrome, also known as TOS. It’s good news for patients whose vascular surgeon has recommended surgery.

Thoracic outlet syndrome is relatively rare, but is more common among workers and high performance athletes who use a lot of repetitive upper arm movements, such as baseball pitchers. TOS periodically makes the news when a professional athlete (such as New York Mets pitcher Matt Harvey) is sidelined for TOS surgery to repair compression on the nerves, veins and arteries in that area.

The condition can affect young, active people who are otherwise in top physical form. It typically occurs in a two- to three-centimeter area of the neck/shoulder where all the nerves to the entire arm, collarbone and hemi-diaphragm pass through. For athletes, the build-up of muscle tissue and the repetitive motion likely contribute to the syndrome.

In a typical scenario, a college baseball pitcher, training regularly, may develop numbness and tingling in his hand. Thanks to a trainer who recognizes the signs, he ends up seeing a vascular surgeon, who diagnose TOS. In many cases, medication and physical therapy can relieve pressure in the area, but in other cases, vascular surgery may be considered.

High performance athletes may be concerned about permanent nerve damage from surgery, but the new study confirms that those side effects are very rare. The study also found that excessive bleeding is also highly uncommon. The surprising level of safety will be reported in the September 2017 edition of the Journal of Vascular Surgery (JVS).

Decompression surgery in this area of the body is a tricky business, and is nearly always performed by highly trained vascular surgeons who specialize in TOS.

Occasionally, patients with thoracic outlet syndrome might have additional differences in the body, including an extra rib formation called a “cervical rib,” bulky first ribs and multiple muscular and tendinous bands. Vascular surgeons also will look for nerve and vascular symptoms from thrombosis, an aneurysm or blood clots.

“This study confirms the very low rate of nerve injury,” said the report’s lead author Dr. Elena Rinehardt, “and risk of a major bleeding event also is quite low.”

The JVS article report reviewed the results of 1,431 surgeries, finding that serious complications were remarkably low, with just 0.3 percent of patients having nerve injuries and 1.4 percent requiring transfusion.

For more information on thoracic outlet syndrome, click:

https://vascular.org/patient-resources/vascular-conditions/thoracic-outlet-syndrome

NEW IN THE MATERNITY WORLD

The new MATLETIK collection offers stylish and comfortable activewear for moms-to-be!

Toronto, August 3, 2017 – A new player in the maternity world, MATLETIK is the first company to introduce Canadian-made activewear designed specifically for moms-to-be. Inspired by the desire to offer true active clothing for expecting moms, MATLETIK strives to empower women to continue living an active lifestyle during pregnancy. From high-quality leggings, tank tops and bras, all MATLETIK styles offer a modern athletic look that maximize comfort by adapting to women’s changing figures – before, during and after pregnancy.  The perfect combination of excellent design, fashion and wellness, MATLETIK will surely become a staple in every future mom’s wardrobe.

For a positive self-image

Wellness is a priority nowadays and most doctors recommend staying active throughout pregnancy as it is beneficial for both mental and physical health. For this reason, MATLETIK strives to promote positive self-image and confidence through its new line. Valérie Munger, co-founder of MATLETIK with Silvia Gallo, state: “We wanted to design clothes that make women feel good during one of the most important moments in their lives.  We even tested the clothes ourselves to make sure they were very comfortable and flattering to all body types.” Proudly made in Canada and taking over a growing market due to their exceptional performance properties, MATLETIK aspires to become a go-to brand for athletic clothing.

Truly unique comfort

Fitting like a second skin, MATLETIK proposes modern athletic cuts, free of restrictive seams, which maximize comfort by supporting the belly and allowing it to grow with a stretchable and moisture wicking fabric. MATLETIK styles are designed to offer maximum stretch, retention and durability, always adapting to the body’s changes. From walking to running to yoga, or simply doing daily activities, MATLETIK clothing offers exceptional comfort and is suitable for wearing at all stages of a mom’s life.

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About MATLETIK

MATLETIK was born in 2017 to empower women to continue living an active lifestyle during pregnancy and beyond. Founded by Valérie Munger and Silvia Gallo, the company offers stylish and modern active wear primarily for pregnant women that fit everyone’s body.  Proudly made in Canada, all products are available in sports and maternity boutiques. For more information or to purchase items: matletikworld.com, sportchek.ca or viesportive.com.

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