Dilpreet created PhiliaHealth because of his own lifelong struggle with anxiety. With a strong track record in research and development and a PhD in blood pressure monitoring, he realised that some people are wired differently when it comes to stress. His goal was to create something that helps people, especially those on the autism spectrum, to better understand and manage their stress.

Alex’s motivation behind PhiliaHealth is also deeply personal. Anxiety and burnout shaped his journey, leading him to join Dilpreet to help quantify 'stress' so that it can be better managed. Inspired by his autistic brother, who requires substantial support, Alex is committed to creating solutions that enhance the mental and physical well-being of neurodivergent individuals and their families.

Philia Labs developed algorithms to quantify the body's fight or flight and rest and digest activity with the Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute and Deakin University in Melbourne, Victoria. See this publication for more information.

PhiliaHealth was trialled in a pilot study with Dr Duane Smith of Stream Psychology and Holly Bridges, an autistic individual and Founder of the Anxiety Reduction Technique. A white paper is available as a summary and a full report.

See our advisory board, which consists of clinicians, stress measurement experts as well as advocates for Autism.

We are continuing to build research alliances with academics and advocacy groups across the world to refine our product and invite you to give any feedback.

The short answer is: Yes, we are actively engaging with advocacy organisations and have established an advisory board of leading experts around the world. This includes Dr. Emma Goodall, an autistic individual who is also an author, keynote speaker, researcher, and a consultant in disability and education.

We are also expanding our partnerships with researchers, early adopters, healthcare professionals, and advocacy organisations who support our mission. Stay tuned as we continue to add endorsements and testimonials.

For starters, we are processing:
-Sleep Length
-Sleep timings i.e. when you went to sleep and woke up
-Sleep stages (awake / light / deep) as measured by movement
-The percentage of time spent asleep in bed (versus time spent in bed but awake).
-Disturbances are an indication of how much “tossing and turning” is occurring.
-Heart rate variability (HRV), which indicates rest and digest or parasympathetic activity. HRV will indicate that the body has been able to recharge, while a lower than normal HRV indicates that the body has been under strain and needs to recover; a low 7-day average can indicate increasing anxiety.

We have chosen these metrics as clinical guidelines for poor sleep and mental well-being generally recommend measuring sleep length and efficiency as an option (Riemann et al, 2017, "European guideline for the diagnosis and treatment of insomnia." J Sleep Res 26(6): 675-700.).

Philia Labs is also developing an indicator of sympathetic arousal, which has been trialled alongside HRV. This is currently being integrated into PhiliaHealth and we will inform users when it is available.

See our white paper which is available as a high level summary and as a full report.

In the future, the normal price will be $349, which is inclusive of GST, and there is a separate shipping cost.

But right now, we’re excited to offer a limited-time introductory price for our new product till 31st October 2024, exclusively for our first users! To make it even more accessible, we have flexible payment plans and a 100% risk-free return policy.  

To see if this product is the right fit for you and learn more about our pricing options, we invite you to book a call with us. During the call, we’ll discuss how the product can meet your needs and guide you through the best payment plan available. Reserve your spot today at the special introductory rate!

PhiliaHealth has already been reimbursed by NDIS for both self-managed and plan-managed participants as a low-cost assistive technology, making it more accessible for those using NDIS funding.

Philia Labs plans to become an NDIS-approved vendor, which will make reimbursement even easier. We’ll announce this as soon as it happens.

No, PhiliaHealth is not exclusively for autistic people, although it is designed with neurodivergent individuals (including those with autism and ADHD) in mind. The wearable technology aims to help users track and manage stress and sleep patterns, which can be beneficial for a broader range of individuals dealing with emotional regulation challenges, anxiety, and sleep issues.

PhiliaHealth’s primary focus is on providing actionable insights into stress and sleep, helping users improve their emotional well-being. While it’s particularly helpful for neurodivergent individuals, others who experience issues like anxiety, stress, or poor sleep quality can also benefit from using the product.

If you’re feeling anxious about using PhiliaHealth because it involves tracking measurements, it’s important to know that you’re not alone—many people find health tracking stressful.

Here’s why you might still consider using it:

Why It Might Be Helpful:

1. Non-Intrusive Design: PhiliaHealth is designed to be low-sensory and sensory-friendly, with features tailored to individuals with anxiety and neurodivergent needs. The goal is to provide insights without overwhelming you.

2. Focus on Trends, Not Numbers: Instead of focusing on individual numbers, PhiliaHealth encourages users to observe patterns and trends over time, which may help reduce the stress of constant measurement.

3. Supports Emotional Regulation: By helping you track stress and sleep patterns, the data can support conversations with healthcare providers, leading to more targeted interventions to reduce anxiety.

4. Customisable Insights (Future): In the future, we aim for you to be able to adjust notifications and the level of detail shown in the app, which could help minimise anxiety around data overload.

Ultimately, if you’re still concerned, it might be helpful to try the product in a way that aligns with your comfort zone.

You could start by using it to track trends over time without focusing too much on individual measurements, and gradually build comfort with the process.

Once you have decided to purchase, you can request an invoice by filling this form.

We issue you an invoice, which you can pay out of pocket or pay via NDIS (self or plan managed).

Once the invoice has been paid, we will post the device and on-board you in terms setting up and learning how to interpret and communicate your biometrics.

No, this is not a watch or smartwatch. It is a device that collects and processes high-quality biometrics.

By default, only you. You have the ability to share screenshots from the mobile device with others via Whatsapp / email / text etc.

In the future, a health provider who subscribes to Philia Labs’ platform will - only with your consent - be able to view your data and have discussions with you around your health plan.

For nightly use only, it can last roughly 5 nights. 
For continuous use, roughly two days.
Charging takes approximately 30 minutes.

The nylon strap is velcro-fastened, while the silicone strap is a regular watch strap.

Currently they can be damaged like other consumer devices. We are looking to options that can make them more robust.

It does not have a screen so it cannot be damaged that way.

No, they are only splash proof. Showering with the wearables is not recommended.

PhiliaHealth is IP65 Splash Resistant, so please do not wear it when swimming or in a sauna or steam room.

Minor splashes are fine (washing hands or  walking in the rain, but DO NOT submerge it in water!)

Philia Labs provides a black fabric or black silicone strap.We are working on providing silicone straps of other colours. In the meantime, you can purchase your own 18mm silicone straps on Amazon.com.

Data can be exported as csv from a web app.

Currently no, but it is on our roadmap

It comes with a strap (which can be nylon or silicone as requested by you) and a USB-C charging cable and a USB-C to USB-A adapter.

A charger is not included, but any standard charging or computer USB port will be sufficient to charge PhiliaHealth.

We do not recommend a fast charger as this can damage PhiliaHealth!