While at BDYHAX 2019, I found out that VivoKey implants were available. I bought one to be installed immediately, one for my girlfriend, and one for my podcasting co-host, Tim.
Implantation was done with proper care to establish a sterile field. A dental mat was placed on a bleached table, gloves were sterilized before handling pre-sterilized and after.
I had a big breakfast before the implant since I am prone to passing out during implants and food in my stomach is the best remedy I have found so far. During this implant, I had no trouble keeping my eyes open.
The pain was never the reason for passing out, and this procedure was on the low end of the pain scale for body mods. The implanter asked me if I wanted a countdown before getting the needle, but I did not feel I needed one. Just to be safe, someone else took all the pictures, and I kept my eyes off my hand.
On the back of my hand are pretty visible veins, so I took care to find a suitable location for the tag. I was sure to keep away from the veins. The implant was placed so it will settle between the two radial metacarpals. This should be easy to scan with a phone and bring it to an external reader.
Apps for the VivoKey still need development so I will need to carry an Android phone to access it. As far as I know, apps which fully leverage the VivoKey's capabilities will not be available on Apple phones.
There were no problems with the procedure, and I picked up another low-frequency RFID for implantation later. Eventually, that will become a copy of my work badge.
A couple of days after the implant and the wound looks like a scratch, and the tag is not visible to anyone who isn't looking for it. There is still tenderness above the site but no pain.
Three days after the implant and still no trouble. I have not tried scanning the implant yet, but the swelling should be low enough to get a good read.
First time here?
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2019-02-23
Chatting during procedure
Implantation was done with proper care to establish a sterile field. A dental mat was placed on a bleached table, gloves were sterilized before handling pre-sterilized and after.
Lining everything up
I had a big breakfast before the implant since I am prone to passing out during implants and food in my stomach is the best remedy I have found so far. During this implant, I had no trouble keeping my eyes open.
About to stick
The pain was never the reason for passing out, and this procedure was on the low end of the pain scale for body mods. The implanter asked me if I wanted a countdown before getting the needle, but I did not feel I needed one. Just to be safe, someone else took all the pictures, and I kept my eyes off my hand.
Pushing the needle in
On the back of my hand are pretty visible veins, so I took care to find a suitable location for the tag. I was sure to keep away from the veins. The implant was placed so it will settle between the two radial metacarpals. This should be easy to scan with a phone and bring it to an external reader.
Deploying tag
Apps for the VivoKey still need development so I will need to carry an Android phone to access it. As far as I know, apps which fully leverage the VivoKey's capabilities will not be available on Apple phones.
Applying gauze and pressure
There were no problems with the procedure, and I picked up another low-frequency RFID for implantation later. Eventually, that will become a copy of my work badge.
All wrapped up
A couple of days after the implant and the wound looks like a scratch, and the tag is not visible to anyone who isn't looking for it. There is still tenderness above the site but no pain.
Two days after implant
Three days after the implant and still no trouble. I have not tried scanning the implant yet, but the swelling should be low enough to get a good read.
Three days after implant, not seated yet
First time here?
Completed projects from year 1
Completed projects from year 2
Completed projects from year 3
Completed projects from year 4
Completed projects from year 5
Disclaimer for http://24hourengineer.blogspot.com and 24HourEngineer.com
This disclaimer must be intact and whole. This disclaimer must be included if a project is distributed.
All information on this blog, or linked by this blog, is not to be taken as advice or solicitation. Anyone attempting to replicate, in whole or in part, is responsible for the outcome and procedure. Any loss of functionality, money, property or similar, is the responsibility of those involved in the replication.
All digital communication regarding the email address 24hourengineer@gmail.com becomes the intellectual property of Brian McEvoy. Any information contained within these messages may be distributed or retained at the discretion of Brian McEvoy. Any email sent to this address, or any email account owned by Brian McEvoy, cannot be used to claim property or assets.
Comments to the blog may be utilized or erased at the discretion of the owner. No one posting may claim property or assets based on their post.
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2019-02-23
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