Communicating is a fundamental human right, enshrined in article 19 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The impossibility of doing so, for example because one’s illness prevents the articulation of words, is a source of suffering and frustration both for the patient and for those who are called to take care of him. Not only is this a hurdle for treatment and assistance quality, but also, as reported in the literature (Ju, Yang and Liu, 2021), it generates negative clinical effects such as Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome (PTSD) which affects about 40% of patients discharged from Intensive Care, including their families.
DICo® 1000, our solution for AAC
Our mission is to give voice to the voiceless, through communication solutions based on digital technologies that are quick to adopt and easy to use for hospitalized or home patients, and for those who assist them. For this reason we have created DICo®1000, an innovative device in the field of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), designed specifically to allow communication for patients who are unable to speak.
DICo® 1000 consists of a motion detector, a dedicated tablet and proprietary software, optimized with Artificial Intelligence algorithms specific for healthcare applications and with multilingual capabilities. Equipped with a user-friendly interface and intuitive controls, DICo® 1000 enables an easy, effective and unhindered communication experience.
The scope of application is very wide, ranging from temporary critical situations such as intensive care to home care for people who are not self-sufficient or with severe disabilities, including long-term hospitalizations, rehabilitation and hospices. Our solution improves communication and the quality of life of patients, healthcare professionals and caregivers, bringing also a greater effectiveness of care and assistance.
What features make DICo® 1000 unique?
Straitghtforward
Ease of use and fast learning curve.
Materials & Cost
Strength and washability of the materials. Excellent quality/ price ratio.
Ergonomics
Ergonomics designed for use in bedridden patients.
Versatility
Extreme flexibility to patient characteristics.