They have done numerous studies on the Apple Watch, many of them related to the current pandemic that the world is suffering, COVID-19. In this sense Magazine Jama Network Open shows the details on the possibility that the Apple Watch or Fitbit bracelets could provide data on the long-term effects of this new coronavirus.
Now that we are faced with the damn spikes in infections in our country, these types of studies carried out in California, by a group of scientists from the Scripps Research Translational Institute, undoubtedly add value to the fight against this pandemic. The test carried out from March 25, 2020 to January 24, 2021 included more than 37.000 people The results shown in Digital Engagement and Tracking for Early Control and Treatment (DETECT) showed possible long-term effects of the disease.
The users who participated in the study and who wore an Apple Watch, a feet Fitbit bracelet or a similar device on their wrist showed a more accurate detection of the disease compared to all those who did not use any type of smart watch or bracelet. It appears that the variation in the heart rate and other data detected by these devices are key once we get COVID-19.
Undoubtedly the change is once the disease is overcome and is that the heart rate at rest varies if you have passed COVID-19 compared to other diseases or flu, there are also obvious changes in the mobility of these people since they tend to be less active than before passing the disease. This may clearly be due to tiredness or shortness of breath caused by the new coronavirus. Although the studies are concise, some researchers are still looking for answers to questions about the possible long-term effects of this new disease world.
