The Huawei Watch Ultimate is equipped with high-precision ECG and PPG sensors that can detect arterial stiffness, which is an indicator of arteriosclerosis. Arterial stiffness is measured by assessing the pulse wave velocity (PWV), the speed at which pressure waves travel down the large arteries with each heartbeat. A faster PWV typically indicates stiffer arteries, which can be an early sign of artery damage and increased risk of heart disease[1][3][4].
To measure arterial stiffness using a Huawei watch, users typically need to rest their arm flat on a surface, navigate to the arterial stiffness detection feature on the watch, and press a finger against an electrode to initiate the measurement. The process lasts about 30 seconds, during which users should remain still and breathe evenly to ensure accurate results[1][3]. However, it's important to note that this feature is not intended for medical use and should not be used as a basis for diagnosis or treatment[1][3].
The Huawei Watch Ultimate, with its advanced sensors and algorithms, provides science-driven tips to help improve cardiovascular health. While it offers comprehensive health monitoring features, including continuous heart rate tracking, ECG, SpO2 measurement, and sleep tracking, the effectiveness of its arterial stiffness measurement should be considered in the context of its limitations as a non-medical device[4][7][9].
In comparison to other smartwatches, the Huawei Watch Ultimate is notable for offering arterial stiffness detection, a feature not commonly found in many smartwatches, including those from Apple[9]. However, the accuracy and reliability of this feature in real-world use may vary and should be validated against clinical standards for precise medical assessments.
Citations:
[1] https://consumer.huawei.com/ca/support/content/en-us15905697/
[2] https://root-nation.com/en/gadgets-en/wearables-en/en-huawei-watch-ultimate-design-review/
[3] https://consumer.huawei.com/sa-en/support/content/en-us15905697/
[4] https://consumer.huawei.com/uk/wearables/watch-ultimate/
[5] https://consumer.huawei.com/en/wearables/watch-ultimate/specs/
[6] https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9748271/
[7] https://www.phonearena.com/reviews/huawei-watch-ultimate-review_id5760
[8] https://www.esquire.com/uk/life/fitness-wellbeing/a62220216/huawei-watch-ultimate-green-edition/
[9] https://www.forbes.com/sites/davidphelan/2023/05/25/forget-apple-watch-huawei-watch-ultimate-beats-apple-to-game-changing-new-features/
[10] https://aspiegel.com/en/support/huaweihealth/How-to-measure-arterial-stiffness
[11] https://consumer.huawei.com/en/wearables/watch-ultimate-design/