New RT3 Triaxial Research Tracker Sets a New Standard for Clinical
Activity Studies
August 22, 2000
MONROVIA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 22, 2000--
Clinical and Research Professionals to Benefit From Accuracy and
Usability of New Activity Measurement Device
Stayhealthy Inc., a leading online company dedicated to empowering
consumers to monitor their health and fitness, has launched and
commenced delivery of the RT3 Triaxial Research Tracker, a new
activity measurement device designed to set new standards for
accuracy and usability in clinical and academic research studies.
John Collins, chief executive officer of Stayhealthy, made the
announcement today.
The RT3 is an easy-to-use activity measurement and recording device
that is part of a complete activity recording and measurement system
for clinical and research applications. Using the RT3 and the RT3
docking station with Stayhealthy software enables research
professionals to display performance graphs and activity unit data on
their computers for use in assessing and tracking subjects in ongoing
and comparative studies.
Designed to be the most accurate and user-friendly clinical-standard
activity measurement tool, the RT3 is a pager-sized device worn on
the waist that continuously tracks activity through the use of piezo-
electric accelerometer technology that measures motion in three
dimensions and provides triaxial vector data in activity units,
metabolic equivalent units (METs) or kilocalories.
Stayhealthy has developed the RT3 in response to growing demand for a
new, highly accurate tool for clinical and academic activity studies,
in part related to increasing demand for weight management and
fitness programs worldwide. The company is offering the product
through the company's Web site at
{HYPERLINK "http://www.stayhealthy.com"}www.stayhealthy.com and
through direct sales to research and clinical professionals
worldwide. Stayhealthy has received advance orders for the RT3 from
researchers in Taiwan, U.S.A., Netherlands, Germany, Singapore, South
Africa, Portugal, France, Canada, Sweden and the U.K.
"The RT3 is a breakthrough product for researchers because it
delivers highly accurate activity measurement data efficiently. The
RT3 adapts easily to different study parameters and populations and
supports compliance through ease of use," said Dr. Johnny Sawada,
Pharm. D., senior vice president of clinical programs for
Stayhealthy. "Additionally, ongoing development and use of the
technology in the RT3 will significantly strengthen the quality of
Stayhealthy's other accelerometer-based products, including the CT1
Personal Calorie Tracker."
Other features of the RT3 include: data resolution from one second to
one minute sample intervals; data recording and storing capabilities
for up to 21 days; manages and exports data list files; and allows
researchers to report data as Activity Units, Kilocalories and METs.
Adaptable to large or small population studies, up to 10 additional
RT3 Activity Recorders can be operated from one RT3 Kit.
The predecessor of the RT3, the Tri-Trac R3D, was introduced in 1992.
A bulky device worn on the waist, the widely used Tri-Trac was
considered the worldwide research standard for activity measurement
studies. In 1999, Stayhealthy purchased the technology used in the
device from Reining International Ltd., and has improved accuracy and
consistency through standardizing production of the accelerometers
and the device, adapting the device to a Windows instead of a DOS-
based operating system, and conducting validation studies with the
Tri-Trac R3D to demonstrate the improved accuracy of the RT3.
Stayhealthy is leading the development of Web-enabled products and
services for management and measurement of weight, blood pressure and
heart rate, hearing loss, vision and colorblindness and respiratory
function. Created for consumer and clinical use, the company's
leading-edge products and services facilitate better communication
and increase efficiencies between doctors and patients and healthcare
facilities, reduce the need for in-person appointments and improve
opportunities for early illness detection. In doing so, Stayhealthy's
comprehensive home monitoring programs create mutually beneficial
opportunities for a wide variety of industries and professionals such
as self-insured employers, physicians, dieticians, nutritionists,
fitness trainers, health club owners, insurers and others.
With headquarters in Monrovia, Calif., Stayhealthy is a leader in
developing and marketing Web-enabled products and services that
empower consumers to screen, assess and monitor their health. The
company's proprietary programs are accessed through its comprehensive
health Web site that features a comprehensive drug database, original
health, nutrition and fitness content, and e-commerce. For more
information, contact Stayhealthy at 626/256-6152 or visit the
Stayhealthy Web site at
{HYPERLINK "http://www.stayhealthy.com"}www.stayhealthy.com.
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associated with the uncertainty of future financial results,
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government approval processes, the impact of competitive products or
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CONTACT: Stayhealthy.com, Monrovia, Calif.
Peter Bylsma, 626/256-6152 |
