10 Innovative Health Gadgets at CES

This year’s Consumer Electronics Show saw a flurry of new health gadgets that will motivate people to move and exercise, eat healthy and seek proper medical care. Most work with smartphones and tablets so you can monitor your progress during a workout or throughout the day. Many also leverage online social communities to keep you motivated, accountable and responsible for keeping up with your health goals. Although most of these devices are geared for consumers and some are designed for medical professionals who may want to treat an unsuspecting patient eating at a local restaurant or sitting on an airplane. Let’s look at some of these innovative health gadgets that will turn your head.

Dr. Joseph Kim is the president of MCM Education.

How’s your posture when you sit at work? With the LUMOBack posture sensor, you’ll receive feedback in the form of a gentle vibration when you slouch. This little reminder will help you sit straight and, in the long run, avoid back problems. The LUMOBack posture sensor is worn on your lower back, and its slim design makes it so comfortable that you’ll hardly notice it’s there. The Bluetooth-enabled strap also communicates with your mobile device so that you can measure and track your progress over time. If you spend a lot of time sitting throughout the day, this little device could literally save your back.

Price: $149