April 2020 PMID 32343255

Accuracy of Optical Heart Rate Sensing Technology in Wearable Fitness Trackers for Young and Older Adults: Validation and Comparison Study.

Hsueh-Wen Chow, Chao-Ching Yang

Mentions

19
Peak: 3 in Feb 2021
across 3 sources since Jun 2019

Extended reach

135,415
potential audience

Total likes

78

Video views

7,328

Mentions per month

Jun 2019 – Mar 2023

Where it's discussed

  • X / Twitter9 posts
  • News8 articles
  • YouTube2 videos

AI synopsis

What people are saying

The discussions reflect a strong interest in the accuracy of wearable devices, with mentions of validation studies and questions about reliability, using words like 'accuracy' and 'validation.' Participants show engagement by referencing the study's validation method and discussing the importance of accurate health data, which signals recognition of its potential influence on health monitoring technology.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions support the validity but emphasize the importance of validation across age groups, showing general agreement.

InterestHigh interest

The discussions indicate a high interest in the topic of wearable accuracy and its implications for health tracking.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants reference methods, validation processes, and potential impacts, suggesting a moderate level of engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The conversation highlights the significance of device validation for health monitoring, indicating some perceived impact.

Abstract in brief

  • This study evaluated the accuracy of two optical heart rate wearables, Xiaomi Mi Band 2 and Garmin Vivosmart HR, compared to a chest strap monitor, in monitoring heart rate during exercise among young and older adults.
  • Results showed that both devices generally provided acceptable accuracy, with error rates below 10%, indicating they are reliable for tracking heart rate in real-time during moderate activity.
  • The study emphasizes the importance of validating wearable devices across different age groups and skin types, especially in populations like East Asians with Fitzpatrick skin types III or IV, to ensure accurate health monitoring.]

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GetAMoveOn
@GAMONetwork · X

How accurate are the heart-rate and #exercise intensity readouts on your tracker? Accuracy of Optical Heart Rate Sensing Technology in #Wearable #Fitness Trackers for Young and Older Adults: Validation and Comparison Study https://t.co/6Q9ysy7Tc1 @jmirpub

Apr 30, 2020 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 805 followers View post →
JMIR Publications
@jmirpub · X

Peer-review me: Examining the Accuracy of Optical Heart Rate Sensing Technology in #Wearable Fitness Trackers for Young and Older Adults https://t.co/w8QCYHkMJx (preprint) https://t.co/kYkQ7WkjFw

Jun 17, 2019 · 1 like · 1 share · 35,913 followers View post →
JMIR Publications
@jmirpub · X

RT @GAMONetwork: How accurate are the heart-rate and #exercise intensity readouts on your tracker? Accuracy of Optical Heart Rate Sensing T…

Apr 30, 2020 · 2 shares · 35,913 followers View post →
JMIR Publications
@jmirpub · X

RT @jmirpub: Peer-review me: Examining the Accuracy of Optical Heart Rate Sensing Technology in #Wearable Fitness Trackers for Young and O…

Jun 18, 2019 · 1 share · 35,913 followers View post →
EurekaMag
@EurekaMag · X

Accuracy of Optical Heart Rate Sensing Technology in Wearable Fitness Trackers for Young and Older Adults: Validation and Comparison Study https://t.co/YcYAFyY8pp

Feb 3, 2021 · 4 shares · 6,472 followers View post →
POPLINE
@POPLINE_org · X

RT @EurekaMag: Accuracy of Optical Heart Rate Sensing Technology in Wearable Fitness Trackers for Young and Older Adults: Validation and Co…

Mar 5, 2021 · 4 shares · 5,269 followers View post →

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Science Alerts
@Science_Alerts · X

RT @EurekaMag: Accuracy of Optical Heart Rate Sensing Technology in Wearable Fitness Trackers for Young and Older Adults: Validation and Co…

Mar 5, 2021 · 4 shares · 1,241 followers View post →
POPLINE
@POPLINE_org · X

RT @EurekaMag: Accuracy of Optical Heart Rate Sensing Technology in Wearable Fitness Trackers for Young and Older Adults: Validation and Co…

Mar 5, 2021 · 4 shares · 5,269 followers View post →
POPLINE
@POPLINE_org · X

RT @EurekaMag: Accuracy of Optical Heart Rate Sensing Technology in Wearable Fitness Trackers for Young and Older Adults: Validation and Co…

Feb 3, 2021 · 4 shares · 5,269 followers View post →
Science Alerts
@Science_Alerts · X

RT @EurekaMag: Accuracy of Optical Heart Rate Sensing Technology in Wearable Fitness Trackers for Young and Older Adults: Validation and Co…

Feb 3, 2021 · 4 shares · 1,241 followers View post →
EurekaMag
@EurekaMag · X

Accuracy of Optical Heart Rate Sensing Technology in Wearable Fitness Trackers for Young and Older Adults: Validation and Comparison Study https://t.co/YcYAFyY8pp

Feb 3, 2021 · 4 shares · 6,472 followers View post →
JMIR Publications
@jmirpub · X

RT @GAMONetwork: How accurate are the heart-rate and #exercise intensity readouts on your tracker? Accuracy of Optical Heart Rate Sensing T…

Apr 30, 2020 · 2 shares · 35,913 followers View post →
GetAMoveOn
@GAMONetwork · X

How accurate are the heart-rate and #exercise intensity readouts on your tracker? Accuracy of Optical Heart Rate Sensing Technology in #Wearable #Fitness Trackers for Young and Older Adults: Validation and Comparison Study https://t.co/6Q9ysy7Tc1 @jmirpub

Apr 30, 2020 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 805 followers View post →
JMIR Publications
@jmirpub · X

RT @jmirpub: Peer-review me: Examining the Accuracy of Optical Heart Rate Sensing Technology in #Wearable Fitness Trackers for Young and O…

Jun 18, 2019 · 1 share · 35,913 followers View post →
JMIR Publications
@jmirpub · X

Peer-review me: Examining the Accuracy of Optical Heart Rate Sensing Technology in #Wearable Fitness Trackers for Young and Older Adults https://t.co/w8QCYHkMJx (preprint) https://t.co/kYkQ7WkjFw

Jun 17, 2019 · 1 like · 1 share · 35,913 followers View post →