As patients with delirium become more stable, clinical teams typically rely on non-pharmacological approaches to help restore cognitive function and emotional balance. Nowadays, digital tools are emerging as an essential new alternative to rehabilitation and care. The Institute for Information Industry (III) has developed “GyriGym” (www.gyrigym.com ), a web-based digital health platform that was deployed in the Emergency Intensive Care Unit at National Taiwan University Hospital (NTUH). During the evidence-based pilot, delirium incidence dropped by 48.1 percent, the average length of stay decreased by one day, and patient satisfaction improved significantly—introducing a new model of auxiliary care for critical-care units.
III has long invested in digital health innovation, focusing on integrating technology with clinical needs through cross-disciplinary collaboration. “Brain Empowerment Hub,” independently developed by III’s Digital Education Institute (DEI), features interactive modules, data-logging capabilities, and strong potential for clinical extension. This collaboration with NTUH marked the first large-scale implementation of the platform directly in a ward environment. During the research period, the system enabled care teams to observe real-time patient responses, provide supporting data for clinical decisions, and ease the burden on frontline staff. Yu-Cheng Chang, Director General of III Digital Education Institute (DEI) stated, “We sincerely believe digital technologies should deliver value directly in frontline care settings. We are extremely honored to conduct this first clinical validation with NTU Hospital. Looking forward, we will continue to optimize the functions of the platform and build an intelligent care system with predictive and decision-support capabilities.”
Yu-Jen Chu, Head Nurse of Emergency ICU at National Taiwan University Hospital (NTUH), mentioned that delirium develops rapidly and unpredictably, making it difficult for nurses to detect abnormalities promptly amid busy workflows. The introduction of “GyriGym” offers the clinical team a new non-pharmacological intervention while adding warmth and interaction to the care environment. NTUH nurse Meng-Mu Lin also shared, “Many patients become visibly more focused when using the platform, and some even smile. These interactions help us better understand their condition and make care more humane.”
The findings of the study were presented at 2025 International Council of Nurses (ICN) Congress and the Korean Society of Critical Care Medicine - Acute and Critical Care Conference 2025 (KSCCM-ACCC 2025), drawing significant attention from the global medical community and sparking interest among domestic and international scholars in this collaborative model. According to DEI, the successful adoption of “GyriGym” in NTUH’s critical-care units demonstrates both the feasibility and impact of applying Taiwan’s digital health technologies in clinical settings. Moving forward, III will continue to promote cross-domain collaborations that combine digital tools with clinical evidence, accelerating the adoption of smart healthcare in Taiwan and aligning with international trends.