Why is Health Data Tracking wrong?
Your wearable isn`t a doctor
Measurements of consumer devices are based on algorithms rather than clinical-grade tests. JAMA said that significance of many such metrics remains uncertain.
Healthy people obsess over optimization
People can become obsessed with achieving the “perfect” sleep score, step count or recovery score. This data can contribute to orthosomnia.
The data itself can be inaccurate
The FDA has specifically warned against unauthorized wearable devices claiming to measure blood glucose or blood pressure.
More numbers can create more anxiety
Constantly checking heart rate, sleep scores or calories make people unnecessarily worried about normal fluctuations.
False hope leads to medical intervention
An unusual reading can trigger panic, repeated testing or unnecessary doctor visits, while a false negative can create false reassurance.
Bad score doesn`t mean bad health
You can have a low “readiness” or sleep score & still feel perfectly fine. A good score doesn`t mean all`s okay. Numbers are indicators, not complete picture.
Health isn`t just a dashboard
The FDA notes that consumer health tests should not be the sole basis for medical decisions.
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