Garmin Smartwatches Revolutionise Remote Patient Monitoring & Clinical Research

Wearable technology, especially smartwatches, has evolved far beyond mere step counting to become pivotal in health monitoring and clinical research. Garmin, a leader in this transformation, is at the forefront, integrating advanced sensors and technology into their devices to enhance patient engagement and manage health proactively.

The global smartwatch market is projected to surge from USD 33.58 billion in 2024 to USD 103.61 billion by 2032, reflecting the growing recognition of smartwatches for their substantial health benefits. Garmin devices seamlessly integrate with third-party platforms via Health APIs and SDKs, enabling healthcare teams to collect real-time data on vital signs, activity levels, and sleep patterns. This data allows for personalised care plans and improves communication between patients and caregivers through the Garmin Health Connected Ecosystem.

Prestigious institutions like All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) and Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital (RML) are employing Garmin devices in groundbreaking research. AIIMS is using Garmin Vivosmart 5 to develop an AI model for detecting preictal phases of epileptic seizures, aiming to reduce sudden unexpected death in epilepsy (SUDEP) and enhance treatment options. RML and Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Medical Hospital will track medical professionals' health and study the impact of exercise on stress, inflammation, and antioxidant levels using Garmin smartwatches.

Garmin's collaboration extends to companies like Medixine, Vitalera, and Movn Health. Medixine integrates Garmin data into their RPM platform, improving chronic illness management. Vitalera uses Garmin devices for continuous monitoring of long-term oxygen therapy patients, while Movn Health employs Garmin Venu Sq smartwatches for cardiac recovery and remote monitoring.

While Garmin smartwatches are advancing healthcare through these innovations, they are not designed to diagnose diseases or medical conditions. Garmin remains committed to enhancing patient outcomes, reducing healthcare costs, and integrating wearable technology into everyday life