Sleep apnea detection feature on Apple Watch It has been quietly working in the background for two years, helping users address hidden health issues. Its benefits were recently highlighted by Military.com in the case of 38-year-old US Air Force veteran David Aladejobi, who was alerted to a possible problem by his Apple Watch Ultra.
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Aladejobi ignored the initial warning on the screen. But when he realized his frequent snoring and regular morning headaches, he sent screenshot from the watch to his doctor. A subsequent examination in a sleep laboratory indeed confirmed the diagnosis. The veteran was immediately prescribed a CPAP machine to regulate breathing during the night. "My doctor told me that untreated sleep apnea can lead to high blood pressure or even death. So paying attention to the watch you already wear was absolutely essential," Aladejobi said in an interview.
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How the watch monitors breathing
Apple Watch They use an integrated accelerometer to assess breathing disorders during sleep. The system analyzes data over a 30-day period and alerts the user if it detects consistent signs of moderate to severe apnea. Pro For proper functioning, it is necessary to have sleep tracking turned on and wear the watch to bed for at least 10 nights during the aforementioned month.
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The alert itself does not serve as a medical diagnosis, but rather as a prompt to see a specialist. The feature is designed for adult users without a previous diagnosis and is currently supported by models Apple Watch SE 3, Apple Watch Series 9 and later, and also Apple Watch Ultra 2 and newer. Apple has long claimed that Apple Watch are not just an extension of the iPhone, but also a partner for a healthy lifestyle. The Apple company is currently focusing on non-invasive blood glucose measurement, which could be for Apple Watch essential.
