A Comprehensive Diabetes Monitoring Device Design for Enhanced Health Management

Abstract

Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a prevalent global health concern, necessitating effective monitoring and management solutions. This study introduces a novel Comprehensive Diabetes Monitoring Device (CDMD) and a dietary monitoring device, designed to enhance health management for individuals with diabetes and those seeking to improve their dietary habits. The CDMD integrates continuous glucose monitoring with personalized health insights and activity tracking, providing real-time data for informed health decisions. Similarly, the dietary monitoring device aims to simplify the process of dietary monitoring, allowing users to effortlessly track their food intake and make informed decisions based on consumption data. Both devices prioritize user-friendliness and portability, aiming to seamlessly integrate into users' daily lives and enhance their overall quality of life. Through thorough analysis using triangulation methods; readings, user and experts feedback, and the application of Feldman’s theory of product appreciation as an analysis, these devices present promising solutions to current monitoring challenges while enhancing health management efforts. By incorporating Feldman’s four-step framework—description, analysis, interpretation, and evaluation—the design process effectively refines the value of design concepts. This approach ensures that the CDMD are not only functional but also align with user needs and aesthetic considerations, offering a well-rounded and user-centered solution to modern health monitoring challenges.