It is well known that today, mobiles are a fundamental part of our lives, to the point that some even consider that they have become an extension of ourselves, since its use is more than necessary on a daily basis.
Technology has been in charge of giving us the possibility of having different equipment that allows us to even have an extension of our ‘extension’, since as we know, there are a good number of mobile phone accessories, among the most used, SmartWatch highlights, These watches that allow us to access all the functions of our mobile, everything from our wrist, in the best James Bond style.
As you know, SmartWatches are those 'smart watches’ than by means of a Bluetooth synchronization, allow us to access all the content on our mobile, as calls, Photos, timer, song, etc. But besides that, You will find quite interesting functions, like the heart rate monitor, a special function for sports lovers.
What is the use of measuring oxygen saturation or pulsations?
We all know that maintaining a normal oxygen saturation or having the right heart rate, it is very important for our health, otherwise, we probably have a health problem.
That is why it is extremely important that we keep these values monitored., to make sure they fall within the 'normal' parameter. This tool is also extremely important for all those athletes who need
monitor these values when doing your workouts, since athletes generally tend to exceed the limits of what are 'normal values', Thus, it is important that they are always aware of their values.
Whatever use you decide to give the saturation and pulse meter of your SmartWatch, it is well known that you will always be in favor of improving the stability of all your respiratory and cardiac values.
How reliable are these measurements with respect to reality?
As we well know, there are different types of counters for this type of values. Are analog devices and electrical devices, but, Have you ever wondered which one gets more accurate?
According to studies, until the 70% of digital blood pressure and oxygen saturation meters are inaccurate, even reaching some 5 mg of mercury (mmHg) inaccuracy, what can be quite harmful to the user's health. This is why you should look to invest in a quality heart rate monitor..
If we want total precision, it is necessary that we go to a doctor, so he can monitor us with a stethoscope, but in the case of having a T500 Smartwatch, we can perform home analysis with the highest degree of precision than a digital. and home equipment. will allow.
What method does a T500 smartwatch use to measure oxygen in the blood?
There are different methods to measure blood pressure and measure oxygen in the blood., since there are digital and analog equipment. Today we will focus on explaining digital methods, more concretely, those who we can apply in smartwatch like the T500.
This type of equipment uses a measurement method from pulse waves, obtained thanks to heart pressure measurement sensors. To use this equipment as a blood pressure meter, we must place it on our wrist, no need for a stethoscope or other external equipment.
How does SpO2 work on your watch?
It's important to know, What is SpO2? Simple, is he measurement of oxygen transported by our blood, that sticks to our red blood cells, thus providing them with a better function.
There are different ways to measure oxygen in the blood, one of the most used is the oximeter, which is responsible for measuring oxygen in the blood through the use of pressure, this thanks to the light waves, that pass through the blood from the pressure area ( This can be on the finger or earlobe)
In the case of the oximeter implemented in our SmartWatch, the measurement method used is quite curious. The photodiodes on the back of the equipment are responsible for transmitting different wavelengths of light, so that they flow through the blood on the wrist. In this way they can monitor peripheral oxygen saturation.
How to Use a Smartwatch Correctly to Measure Blood Pressure and Use the Oximeter?
Using this type of equipment to measure pressure is quite simple, since being a ‘domestic’ team, They are designed so that any type of user can use them, without the need for third-party equipment or cumbersome processes.
To use a SmartWatch as an oximeter or as a sphygmomanometer, all we have to do is locate the option within it, which will not be complicated, since we will have to go to the main menu and it will be there, clever. use.
Measure your blood pressure like this
Regarding the placement of the equipment, we will have to place it on the wrist, looking for your strap to be well attached to it, namely; we will have to press it enough against our wrist.
Then we will have to start the procedure, by accessing the main menu and pressing the icon marked with a heart. Later we will have to wait a few seconds for the equipment to perform the measurement, it is important that we keep our wrist still, that we do not talk and that it is well adjusted.
Once the process is finished, we can see values as beats per minute, blood pressure and the amount of oxygen in the blood.
Activate the Oximeter of your Smartwatch T500
To activate this function we will only have to follow a series of fairly simple steps, nothing out of this world. We will have to make sure our equipment is up to date. We will open the application, which is already installed by default and is marked with a heart icon.
Does a smart watch work the same as a pulse oximeter?
A fairly frequent question among users of this type of equipment is, Is it the same as a digital oximeter / analogical Which one did you find in a smart watch? and the answer to that always it will be a resounding no. And this principle does not only apply to oximeters, but also to heart rate monitors.
Although it is true that each one correctly fulfills its function, it should be known that digital oximeters, like those built into a smartwatch, they will always have a margin of error somewhat higher than other teams. That does not mean that this type of equipment does not fulfill its function, Unlike, but it is still a ‘domestic’ team.
If what you want is a complete study, With every little detail, the recommendation will always be to go to a specialist doctor, to be able to take all these exams. It is very important that we take this type of follow-up very seriously., since it is our responsibility to keep all these values stable, since they will tell us if we are totally healthy, or if we have a possible health problem.
