By Dr Nick Linton
03.12.24
Cardiologist
Use of fitness watches for detection of arrhythmias and other cardiac conditions
Watches no longer just tell the time – now, they can answer phone calls, show you text notifications, and thanks to their prime location right on the wrist, they can track physical activity through your heart rate, and may be suited to detect arrhythmias or other heart problems. In this article, a leading cardiologist explores the benefits and disadvantages of fitness watches in the monitoring of heart health.
