New Delhi: garmin is finally allowing its users to take an EKG reading using their smartwatches. The company has announced its new electrocardiogram app and is currently available in the US for users who have a Venu 2 Plus smartwatch.
The new app allows users to record heart rhythms and detect signs of atrial fibrillation (AFib). The app allows users to record 30 seconds electrocardiogram and see them immediately on the watch or in the Garmin Connect app on smartphones.
“The ECG app is Garmin’s first FDA-cleared smartwatch feature and we’re excited to offer this revolutionary tool to our customers as another way to stay on top of their health,” said dan bartelVice President of Global Consumer Sales for Garmin.
“During the early stages of atrial fibrillation, it is common for symptoms to be infrequent, making it difficult to detect in a clinical setting. With the new ECG app, Venu 2 Plus customers can conveniently take an ECG recording at any time and optionally create a report of their results to share with their doctor later.”
Garmin ECG app: how it works
In the official press release, the company also explained how the new Garmin app works. Accordingly, the ECG app uses sensors on the Venu 2 Plus to capture electrical signals that control your heartbeat. It then uses that data to test for signs of AFib. Once the ECG is recorded, users have the option to view it on the watch and smartphone. The Garmin Connect app also has the option to check ECG history.
The ECG app is now available on the Venu 2 Plus for customers in the United States and requires the latest version of the Garmin Connect app prior to use. The company has also confirmed that it will bring the ECG feature to other regions after the necessary regulatory approval.
