Tung Shin Hospital Became the First Hospital to Implement Eye-Tracking Digital Cognitive Training Technology in Malaysia

Tung Shin Hospital Became the First Hospital to Implement Eye-Tracking Digital Cognitive Training Technology in Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (JULY 2024) – Tung Shin Hospital has made a significant breakthrough in patient care and rehabilitation by becoming the first hospital in Malaysia to implement patented EYAS Digital Cognitive Training Solution with Eye Tracking Technology from Korea. This strategic move underscores Tung Shin Hospital’s dedication to delivering personalised and patient-centric care using cutting-edge healthcare solutions and elevating the standards of cognitive rehabilitation.

About Tung Shin Hospital

Founded in 1881, Tung Shin Hospital is a non-profit healthcare institution with a rich history spanning over 140 years in Kuala Lumpur. Originally founded to provide free Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to the underprivileged, the hospital has since evolved into a comprehensive healthcare facility. Today, Tung Shin Hospital offers both Western Medical and Traditional Chinese Medical Services, integrating traditional healing with modern practices to provide holistic care. As a tertiary healthcare provider, the hospital remains committed to delivering high-quality that compassionate services, continuously embracing medical advancement to meet the growing needs of the community.


Introducing the EYAS Digital Cognitive Training System 

The EYAS system is a patented digital cognitive training tool from IntheTech Korea designed to improve cognitive capability. It integrates advanced eye-tracking technology to provide personalised and adaptive training modules that challenge various cognitive skills, such as memory, attention, visual-spatial abilities, and problem-solving.

The system captures real-time eye movement data, allowing therapists to monitor patients' gaze patterns and visual attention. This data helps customise the training exercises based on individual performance, ensuring that the tasks are neither too easy nor too difficult, thereby optimising the rehabilitation process.

EYAS supports the training of wide range of conditions, including stroke, traumatic brain injury, dementia, and age-related cognitive decline. By incorporating interactive tasks and instant feedback, it motivates patients to engage actively in their rehabilitation.  

 

 

Why Cognitive Training is Important?

Cognitive training is essential because it helps improve and maintain vital mental skills needed for everyday life, such as memory, attention, problem-solving, and processing speed. It plays a significant role in supporting recovery for individuals who have experienced brain injuries, strokes, or neurological conditions by helping them rebuild lost skills and regain independence. As people age, cognitive abilities may naturally decline, but cognitive training helps keep the brain active, potentially delaying age-related changes and maintaining mental sharpness. It also boosts academic and work performance by enhancing focus and productivity, and promotes mental health by reducing the risk of depression and anxiety through consistent brain stimulation. Overall, cognitive training enhances quality of life by making daily tasks easier, supporting recovery, and helping people stay independent and engaged in social and recreational activities longer.

A Milestone in Digital Cognitive Training

The adoption of the EYAS Digital Cognitive Training Solution represents a significant step forward for Tung Shin Hospital. By integrating advanced eye-tracking technology into cognitive training programs, the hospital is setting a new benchmark for rehabilitation practices. This innovation aims to enhance the therapeutic process for patients by providing a more personalised and precise approach to cognitive training, supporting a wide range of conditions including traumatic brain injury, stroke, dementia, and other neurological disorders.

The adoption of the EYAS system reflects Tung Shin Hospital's commitment to providing accessible, high-quality healthcare. This investment is part of the hospital’s broader strategy to enhance its services and offer innovative rehabilitation solutions that enrich lives and improve the health of the community.

"I’ve found that the interactive nature of the EYAS cognitive training keeps my patients motivated, while the eye-tracking insights help me fine-tune the sessions. It’s rewarding to see patients achieve faster progress, and it makes my role as a therapist more effective." - Occupational therapist Tung Shin Hospital


The Role of Eye-Tracking in Cognitive Rehabilitation

Eye-tracking technology is a game-changer in the field of rehabilitation. It allows healthcare providers to monitor a patient’s gaze and visual attention in real-time, offering valuable insights into their cognitive function and visual processing abilities. By understanding how patients interact with visual stimuli, therapists can better tailor rehabilitation exercises to meet individual needs, making the recovery process more effective.

With the EYAS solution, patients engage in various interactive training modules that challenge memory, attention, visual-spatial skills, and problem-solving abilities. The eye-tracking data collected during these exercises helps therapists adjust the training program dynamically, optimising the difficulty level and ensuring continuous progress. This approach not only accelerates recovery but also provides more comprehensive data for evaluating a patient’s cognitive improvements over time.

"The personalised feedback from my therapist made all the difference. Each session felt tailored to my needs, and I could see real improvements in my memory and focus. It kept me motivated and made the training much more effective." - Patient

 

Benefits of EYAS Digital Cognitive Training Solution

The EYAS Digital Cognitive Training Solution offers numerous benefits in cognitive training and assessment, making it a valuable tool for cognitive rehabilitation. Here are some key advantages:

  1. Personalised Rehabilitation

The use of eye-tracking technology allows EYAS to adapt training exercises based on individual patient performance. Real-time eye movement data helps therapists understand how patients interact with visual stimuli and tailor tasks to suit their specific needs, ensuring a personalised and effective training experience.

  1. Enhanced Cognitive Training

EYAS targets various cognitive skills, including memory, attention, visual-spatial abilities, and problem-solving, through interactive and engaging exercises. This approach helps patients improve their cognitive functions in a structured manner, addressing neurological conditions like stroke, traumatic brain injury, and dementia.

  1. Objective Assessment of Cognitive Function

The system provides quantitative data on eye movements, such as gaze patterns and fixation duration, which can be used to objectively assess a patient's cognitive abilities. This data-driven approach allows for more accurate evaluations compared to traditional assessment methods, giving therapists valuable insights into cognitive impairments and progress.

  1. Immediate Feedback and Dynamic Adjustments

Patients receive instant feedback during training sessions, which helps motivate them to improve their performance. The system can dynamically adjust the difficulty level of exercises based on the patient's progress, ensuring that the tasks remain challenging yet achievable.

  1. Motivation and Engagement

The interactive nature of the EYAS training modules, combined with real-time eye-tracking feedback, enhances patient engagement. By transforming cognitive exercises into a more game-like experience, EYAS helps maintain patient motivation throughout the rehabilitation process.

  1. Data-Driven Decision Making

The detailed data collected during training can be used to monitor progress over time, helping therapists make informed, data-driven decisions about treatment plans. This ensures that rehabilitation strategies are continually optimised based on the patient’s evolving needs.

  1. Wide Range of Applications

EYAS can be used for a variety of conditions, including stroke, traumatic brain injury, dementia, age-related cognitive decline, and other neurological disorders. Its versatility makes it suitable for patients with different levels of cognitive impairment.

  1. Improved Patient Outcomes

By providing customised training and accurate assessments, EYAS contributes to more effective rehabilitation outcomes. Patients can experience faster recovery and more significant improvements in their cognitive abilities compared to traditional methods.

  1. Support for Therapists and Clinicians

The system offers therapists a comprehensive tool to assess, train, and monitor patients’ cognitive functions. It reduces the manual workload associated with traditional assessments and provides a systematic approach to cognitive rehabilitation, allowing therapists to focus more on patient care.

 

EYAS Digital Cognitive Training Solution represents a significant advancement in cognitive rehabilitation, combining innovative eye-tracking technology with evidence-based training to improve patient outcomes and streamline the therapy process.

 

 

User Populations That Can Benefit from EYAS Technology

EYAS, as a digital cognitive training and test system, would be suitable for patients who require cognitive rehabilitation and are capable of engaging with technology for mental exercises. The ideal candidates for using EYAS are those who have cognitive impairments or are undergoing rehabilitation to improve cognitive functions such as memory, attention, problem-solving, and executive function. Here are the types of patients who may benefit most from using EYAS: 

1. Elderly Patients (Age-Related Cognitive Decline)

  • Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia: EYAS can provide cognitive exercises that help slow the progression of memory loss, improve attention, and stimulate brain activity. It is beneficial for early to moderate stages of Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia.
  • Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI): EYAS can be used to delay or prevent the progression from MCI to more severe cognitive impairments by stimulating cognitive processes and maintaining mental sharpness.

2. Post-Stroke Patients

  • Patients recovering from a stroke often experience cognitive deficits such as memory problems, attention deficits, and difficulty with executive functions. EYAS can help by offering rehabilitation exercises tailored to improve cognitive abilities and support the recovery process.
  • Cognitive Rehabilitation Post-Stroke: Tasks involving memory recall, attention span, and problem-solving can help improve cognitive function and promote neuroplasticity.

3. Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Patients

  • Cognitive Rehabilitation: Patients with mild to moderate traumatic brain injuries (concussions or brain trauma) often experience cognitive difficulties, including problems with memory, concentration, and decision-making. EYAS can provide exercises designed to improve cognitive function and assist in the rehabilitation process.
  • Neuroplasticity Stimulation: The system can help stimulate neuroplasticity, which may support faster recovery and cognitive improvement.

4. Patients with Neurodegenerative Diseases

  • Parkinson’s Disease: As Parkinson's disease progresses, patients often experience cognitive decline, including difficulties with memory, executive function, and processing speed. EYAS can help manage these symptoms by offering cognitive exercises.
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS): MS patients may experience cognitive issues related to attention, memory, and processing speed, and EYAS can be used as part of their rehabilitation plan.
  • Huntington's Disease: EYAS could support patients in the early stages of Huntington's disease, particularly those experiencing cognitive difficulties like concentration issues or memory problems.

5. Mental Health Patients

  • Depression and Anxiety: Patients with depression or anxiety may suffer from cognitive fog, impaired concentration, or memory issues. EYAS can be used as a tool to help improve cognitive clarity, processing speed, and focus, which are commonly impaired in these conditions.
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): PTSD often affects concentration, attention, and memory. EYAS can help in cognitive rehabilitation by focusing on these areas and providing therapeutic exercises to improve them.

6. Children with Cognitive Development Delays

  • Learning Disabilities: EYAS can be used for children with ADHD, dyslexia, or other learning disabilities to improve attention, memory, and executive functioning. The system can provide engaging exercises that help enhance cognitive skills.
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): Children on the autism spectrum who have cognitive difficulties could benefit from EYAS, particularly in areas of executive function, attention, and memory.

7. Young Adults with Cognitive Impairments

  • Developmental Cognitive Disorders: EYAS can support individuals with intellectual disabilities or developmental delays by providing structured, age-appropriate exercises that help improve memory, attention, and other cognitive skills.
  • Learning and Memory Enhancement: For young adults with cognitive challenges due to genetic conditions or developmental issues, EYAS can be used to enhance cognitive development and memory retention.

8. Patients in Cognitive Rehabilitation Programs

  • Brain Training and Cognitive Maintenance: EYAS can be an important part of a long-term rehabilitation program to maintain and improve cognitive skills. It is particularly effective for patients undergoing rehabilitation following surgeries, hospitalizations, or long-term illnesses that may have affected cognitive function.

9. Patients with Mild to Moderate Cognitive Impairments (MCI)

  • Cognitive Stimulation: For individuals with MCI or who are at risk of dementia, EYAS can provide early intervention by stimulating cognitive functions and improving mental agility. This can be helpful in delaying or preventing the progression of cognitive decline.

10. People Interested in Cognitive Wellness

  • Preventive Use: For healthy individuals, particularly older adults who want to maintain or improve cognitive function, EYAS can be used as part of a wellness routine to keep the brain active and engaged, reducing the risk of cognitive decline with age.

 

 

Services available at Tung Shin Hospital Medical Rehabilitation Unit are:

  1. Occupational Therapy
    • Occupational Therapy helps to develop and maintain a person’s ability throughout all stages of life to perform daily living. It uses activities with specific goals to help people of all ages to prevent, reduce or overcome effect of disabilities.
    • Our Occupational Therapists will help set you on the path towards functional recovery by understanding your lifestyle prior to injury. We work together with the patients to optimise their strength and endurance for functional tasks in order to regain sense of autonomy in performing Activities of Daily Living (ADL).
  1. Physiotherapy
    • Physiotherapy enhances mobility and the quality of life of a patient who may have been affected physically.
      Our Physiotherapists perform thorough assessment of abnormalities in body movements and design individualised treatment plans for patients to optimise recovery and prevent for further deterioration. The range of treatments include:
      • Stroke Rehabilitation
      • Musculoskeletal Therapy
      • Cardiorespiratory Therapy
      • Geriatric Therapy
      • Paediatric Therapy
  1. Speech-Language and Swallowing Therapy

Our Speech-Language and Swallowing Therapy services assist people manage challenges with communication and swallowing, including language, speech, fluency, voice, and cognitive-communication issues.

Our team of medical and allied health professionals works closely with patients and caregivers to create personalised care plans, aiming for the best possible outcomes.

  • Swallowing Assessment and Treatment
    • We provide specialised swallowing assessments, such as FEES (Fibreoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing) and VFSS (Videofluoroscopic Swallow Study), to thoroughly assess swallowing function.
    • These assessments follow the International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI) guidelines, which helps determine safe food textures and liquid consistencies tailored to each individual.
    • Note: A doctor’s referral is required for these assessments.
  • Guidance on Food Textures and Safe Feeding
    • Based on assessment results, our team advises on suitable food textures and feeding techniques to ensure safe swallowing and minimise the risk of choking.
    • We educate patients and families on the appropriate diet textures and safe feeding practices, tailored to individual needs for comfort and safety.

4. Child Development Services (CDS)

    • Child development refers to the stages children go through as they grow and learn new skills. While most children progress through their milestones (skills most children can do by a certain age), some may require additional support to reach their full potential.
    • Tung Shin Hospital’s Child Development Services (CDS) provides early diagnosis and timely intervention, ideally starting within the first three years of life. Its multidisciplinary team works closely with families to create tailored treatment plans and educate intervention strategies. Skills and areas assessed include:
      • Cognitive abilities
      • Social interaction and emotional regulation
      • Speech and language development
      • Physical skills
      • Sensory awareness
  1. Mental Health Support Programme
  • Mental health team provides counselling and therapy, including psychological evaluations, and individualised treatment plans while collaborating with healthcare professionals for integrated care.

Contact : +603-2030 2663 or +603-2030 2667

Website : https://www.tungshin.com.my/our-services/our-medical-services/medical-rehabilitation-unit

Operating Hour : 

  • Mondays to Fridays 8.00am - 5.00pm
  • Saturdays 8.00am - 1.00pm
  • Sundays and Public Holidays: Closed

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