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The all-in-one platform for inpatient mental health

Monitoring, observations, insight – seamlessly integrated to support more connected, coordinated and consistent care.

Safe and secure
monitoring units

Our ambient monitoring units, equipped with infrared lights and an infrared-sensitive camera, are mounted to the ceiling and wall in each patient’s room.

Advanced computer software

Images captured by the cameras are automatically processed by machine learning algorithms and transformed into actionable information.

User-friendly interface

Staff can easily access this information via portable tablets and a fixed screen in the nursing station.

FULLY CONTACTLESS MONITORING

Medical-grade data without wires or wearables

LIO incorporates two world-first medical devices that capture accurate physiological data entirely contact-free, providing staff with valuable patient information without the need for impractical or unsafe equipment.

Technology that elevates your staff’s expertise

LIO fits effortlessly into your existing protocols, complementing the capabilities of your staff and supporting them to deliver improvements across multiple areas of their work.

How it helps

*Medical device software¹

Ambient monitoring

Patient activity insights
Safety notifications
Vital sign trends*
Sleep monitoring*
Adaptive monitoring modes

*Medical device software¹

Digital observations

Fast, intuitive, time-stamped data entry
Spot-check vitals*
Notifications for upcoming and overdue observations
Dynamic patient lists with priority filtering
Dedicated 1:1 observation mode

Management insights

Observation compliance dashboard
Platform usage reporting
Automated daily summaries
Audit trails with user-level traceability
Secure cloud-based access

Care without compromise

Prioritising your patients’ safety while protecting their privacy

Monitoring with vision is only activated when clinically necessary, ensuring it’s always purposeful and guided by the patient’s needs.

Key privacy features include:

Adaptive monitoring modes

Data encryption

User authentication

Role-based access controls

Audit trails

End-to-end implementation support

Supporting you every step of the way

We’re here to make your implementation journey as straightforward and successful as possible – from installation to everyday use – ensuring your staff feel confident and fully equipped to get the most out of our platform.

Change management support: We help senior leaders with communications planning, steering group setup and running effective project meetings. We also supply a detailed installation guide which includes information for IT teams

Comprehensive and flexible training: Staff can access on-demand courses and quizzes through our online learning platform, and we offer virtual simulator sessions to build practical skills during implementation

24/7 assistance: Our support team is available every day of the year by phone, email or feedback forms to address any questions or concerns

Co-produced national guidelines

Best-practice guidelines for smooth and effective implementation

In collaboration with patients, carers, providers and NHS England, The National Mental Health & Learning Disability Nurse Directors Forum has developed guidelines for the safe and effective use of platforms like ours. These include best-practice protocols for creating your standard operating procedure (SOP). Patient and staff resources are also available.

View the guidelines

A closer look at how LIO fits into care

Frequently asked questions

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1. LIO’s vital signs software is a registered medical device under the name 'Vital Signs'; LIO’s sleep software is a registered medical device under the name 'Oxevision Sleep System'.