STROKEDX
An automated stroke detection device used at the patient bedside to quickly detect ischemic or hemorrhagic strokes to enable quick treatment and reduced mortality.
What We Did
StrokeDx was developed to revolutionize bedside stroke detection, enabling rapid identification of ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes for timely intervention. Designed for seamless hospital integration, the system automates stroke diagnostics to improve patient outcomes and reduce mortality rates. RKS Design contributed to the product’s development by advancing technology automation, refining the user experience, and creating functional prototypes to support both clinical validation and fundraising efforts.
Psycho-Aesthetics™
Product design is more than just winning awards; it’s about creating emotional connections between the product and the user. Our human-centered approach, Psycho-Aesthetics, helps us understand and quantify these connections. Our design firm uses it to create innovative products, technologies, services, brands, and more. We aim to create solutions that are relevant and impactful, using our approach to grow our clients’ businesses. With Psycho-Aesthetics as our foundation, we work with clients to establish a common language that can be used throughout our relationship.
At the outset, RKS Design conducted in-depth research into existing stroke detection methods and hospital workflows. Understanding the limitations of current diagnostic tools, we identified opportunities to enhance automation and efficiency at the point of care. Our team collaborated with medical professionals to evaluate usability challenges, ensuring the StrokeDx device would fit seamlessly into emergency and clinical environments. By testing early concepts and gathering stakeholder insights, we established the foundation for a solution that improves speed, accuracy, and ease of use.
Our strategic approach focused on making StrokeDx an intuitive, accessible, and highly effective tool for emergency stroke detection. We prioritized automation to streamline the diagnostic process while ensuring a non-invasive, patient-friendly experience. RKS Design explored various configurations to optimize ergonomics, balancing compactness with the necessary technical integrations. By aligning functionality with real-world clinical needs, we set a clear direction for a device that could be rapidly adopted in hospital settings.
RKS Design applied a human-centered approach to StrokeDx’s product development, combining cutting-edge medical technology with an intuitive form factor. We developed a sleek, protective enclosure that enhances patient comfort while housing advanced diagnostic components. The design included an optimized patient interface, ensuring proper head positioning for accurate readings. Prototypes were created with an emphasis on durability, hygiene, and ease of integration into medical workflows, reflecting a balance of aesthetics and practicality.
During execution, RKS Design refined StrokeDx through multiple prototype iterations, testing for accuracy, reliability, and user interaction. Engineering teams worked closely to transition the device from concept to functional proof-of-concept, ensuring seamless operation. We supported manufacturing handoff and clinical validation efforts, enabling StrokeDx to move toward regulatory approval and commercialization. The final design delivers a groundbreaking, automated stroke detection solution that enhances emergency care and accelerates critical treatment decisions.
RKS Project Spotlight
STROKE DX
An automated stroke detection device used at the patient bedside to quickly detect ischemic or hemorrhagic strokes to enable quick treatment and reduced mortality.
What We Did
StrokeDx was developed to revolutionize bedside stroke detection, enabling rapid identification of ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes for timely intervention. Designed for seamless hospital integration, the system automates stroke diagnostics to improve patient outcomes and reduce mortality rates. RKS Design contributed to the product’s development by advancing technology automation, refining the user experience, and creating functional prototypes to support both clinical validation and fundraising efforts.
Psycho-Aesthetics
Product design is more than just winning awards; it’s about creating emotional connections between the product and the user. Our human-centered approach, Psycho-Aesthetics, helps us understand and quantify these connections. Our design firm uses it to create innovative products, technologies, services, brands, and more. We aim to create solutions that are relevant and impactful, using our approach to grow our clients’ businesses. With Psycho-Aesthetics as our foundation, we work with clients to establish a common language that can be used throughout our relationship.
At the outset, RKS Design conducted in-depth research into existing stroke detection methods and hospital workflows. Understanding the limitations of current diagnostic tools, we identified opportunities to enhance automation and efficiency at the point of care. Our team collaborated with medical professionals to evaluate usability challenges, ensuring the StrokeDx device would fit seamlessly into emergency and clinical environments. By testing early concepts and gathering stakeholder insights, we established the foundation for a solution that improves speed, accuracy, and ease of use.
Our strategic approach focused on making StrokeDx an intuitive, accessible, and highly effective tool for emergency stroke detection. We prioritized automation to streamline the diagnostic process while ensuring a non-invasive, patient-friendly experience. RKS Design explored various configurations to optimize ergonomics, balancing compactness with the necessary technical integrations. By aligning functionality with real-world clinical needs, we set a clear direction for a device that could be rapidly adopted in hospital settings.
RKS Design applied a human-centered approach to StrokeDx’s product development, combining cutting-edge medical technology with an intuitive form factor. We developed a sleek, protective enclosure that enhances patient comfort while housing advanced diagnostic components. The design included an optimized patient interface, ensuring proper head positioning for accurate readings. Prototypes were created with an emphasis on durability, hygiene, and ease of integration into medical workflows, reflecting a balance of aesthetics and practicality.
During execution, RKS Design refined StrokeDx through multiple prototype iterations, testing for accuracy, reliability, and user interaction. Engineering teams worked closely to transition the device from concept to functional proof-of-concept, ensuring seamless operation. We supported manufacturing handoff and clinical validation efforts, enabling StrokeDx to move toward regulatory approval and commercialization. The final design delivers a groundbreaking, automated stroke detection solution that enhances emergency care and accelerates critical treatment decisions.
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