by medicaltechont | Jun 19, 2021 | Apple, Apple Watch, Healthcare, Technology
The WWDC presentation was jam-packed with new capabilities for its hardware devices. Its initial Health app, released in 2014, contained personal health and wellness updates; pushing Apple into the healthcare arena. It’s difficult to judge the impact of Apple’s work in these areas at the moment, and health-related product announcements aren’t always as big as user interface changes. Apple’s main focus is to collect health data from your iPhone, Apple Watch, and other apps so you can keep track of your progress in one location. Apple’s devices are able to track your steps and walking; while running distances are automatically monitored by Health. You can look at long-term patterns or go into the nitty gritty of a variety of health parameters.
I have an Apple Watch and find it to be one of the most useful and adaptable gadgets available. With so many other companies on the market, Apple has delivered a solid and reliable device focused on the user experience while continuing to advance in healthcare by leaps and bounds. Apple’s devices can monitor your steps, walking, running distance, heart rate and nutrition; along with providing additional information on sleep analysis, heart rate variability and weight. During the pandemic, there have been several changes, including a shift in how we collect information about our health. With this shift Apple stated that privacy and security are an important aspect of the value of its products.
Apple will continue to be present as we move forward, providing a more consistent application of care. Want to watch the entire WWDC presentation? Click here.
by medicaltechont | Apr 13, 2021 | Uncategorized
Hands down, Apple Watch seems to be one of the best digital devices on the market. Challengers have failed to truly compete with Apple’s dominate market position. Combined with Apple Health, the digital device offers a full outline of features for consumers. Their ecosystem, combined with the design and software, has a great future. Apple states the following:
“We’re energized by the positive impact Apple Watch is having on our customers and are excited to deliver meaningful new tools that support their health, fitness, and wellness,”
To learn more about the future of health and personal wellness, click here.
by medicaltechont | Oct 13, 2018 | Apple, Apple Watch, FitBit, Healthcare, Smart Watch, Technology
The watch has evolved from the simple iconic Dick Tracy two-way radio. With the release of the latest Apple Watch Series 4 we now have a watch, or smart-device, with a built-in electrocardiogram. Along with it’s FitBit type features the technology can only evolve.
“We estimate that there are almost 700,000 undiagnosed cases of AFib in the United States, and most of them would benefit from treatment such as anticoagulation to prevent stroke,” says Dr. Mintu Turakhia, executive director of Stanford University’s Center for Digital Health.
The possibilities for better healthcare monitor can only grow and it will be interesting to see where the technology takes us.
Read more about the growth of the Smart Watch (Apple Watch Series 4).
https://www.cnet.com/news/apple-watch-series-4-ekg-heart-rate-monitor-next-level/
by medicaltechont | Oct 16, 2016 | Apple, Technology
The researchers measured performance at rest, while the wearer was walking and jogging on a treadmill. Participants’ heart rates were recorded at three minutes and then 30, 60 and 90 seconds’ recovery. The study was published online in JAMA Cardiology.
“We found variable accuracy among wrist-worn HR monitors; none achieved the accuracy of a chest strap-based monitor,” the authors wrote. “In general, accuracy of wrist-worn monitors was best at rest and diminished with exercise.”
Read more at http://www.healthcaredive.com/news/study-apple-watchs-accuracy-bests-its-wrist-wearable-competition/428176/
The WWDC presentation was jam-packed with new capabilities for its hardware devices. Its initial Health app, released in 2014, contained personal health and wellness updates; pushing Apple into the healthcare arena. It’s difficult to judge the impact of Apple’s work in these areas at the moment, and health-related product announcements aren’t always as big as user interface changes. Apple’s main focus is to collect health data from your iPhone, Apple Watch, and other apps so you can keep track of your progress in one location. Apple’s devices are able to track your steps and walking; while running distances are automatically monitored by Health. You can look at long-term patterns or go into the nitty gritty of a variety of health parameters.
