Can your smartwatch detect sleep apnea?
No smartwatch can actually diagnose sleep apnea, but some can track certain signs that might indicate you have the condition.
No smartwatch can actually diagnose sleep apnea, but some can track certain signs that might indicate you have the condition.
The short version
- None can diagnose it, but some can screen for possible signs.
- You won't always know when you have sleep apnea.
- In fact, the only symptom some people notice is feeling exhausted after a full night's sleep.
- But there are other hints that you should consider seeing a doctor for evaluation, and some wearable tech can deliver those.
What happened
None can diagnose it, but some can screen for possible signs. You won't always know when you have sleep apnea.
Why it matters
Sleep apnea is a serious disorder where your breathing repeatedly stops or is disrupted while you sleep. ("Apnea" comes from the Greek word for "without breath.") They typically last at least 10 seconds and can happen dozens of times per hour.
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