Pros-Inexpensive, reasonably accurate, easy to use, updated regularly.The iPad was a bit more difficult to find the “sweet spot” with a finger but once that was obtained, it accurately measured the rate. The iPhone had more accurate results and was comparable to the professional device. The reviewer checked it against a professional quality heart rate monitor used in her office with both the iPhone and the iPad app. Cardiograph is a app designed to monitor and track heart rate using the iPhone, iPad and Android smartphones.Patients worried their heart rate is too fast or irregular.Patients who want to check resting heart rates.Email support is buried in the help file.Reviewer had difficulty with accuracy of the iPad app.Very easy to use, one click to any screen.Studies have looked at the accuracy of smartphones in capturing heart rate and have been found it to be reliable. While devices are being developed that use sensors combined with smart phones, a good screening app that could capture heart rate and rhythm might be helpful with such determinations. It would be helpful to have an app capable of performing a “spot” heart check with such complaints to determine if further testing is warranted. Patients frequently complain of fast heart rate and irregular heart rates. This app was developed for individuals interested in checking heart rate with exercise or to record it for medical purposes. The support email is in the “Tips & Hints” section. There is an instruction manual under the “?” tab which includes interesting facts about the heart in addition to help for the user. Although, the pattern is of a QRS complex the machine is only picking up the pulse.įrom the history, a measurement can be emailed or printed. Notes can be added and locations recorded through the phones GPS. The history button takes the user to a page with recorded measurements. With profile buttons, multiple individuals’ measurements can be recorded. The opening screen is reminiscent of a hospital EKG monitor with a power button (that did nothing from a medical perspective that the reviewer could ascertain) sound on/off, a monitor strip, a disclaimer message, as well as help, history, and profile buttons. On first opening the app, the user is invited to watch a tutorial on its operation. It’s purpose is to measure and track heart rate, keep track of multiple individuals’ heart rate, add notes, locations, and print out measurements if desired. *Does the app work as promised? Introduction:Ĭardiograph was developed by MacroPinch, Ltd. *Can physicians recommend this app to patients who need to check their heart rate? Reviewed on: both iPhone and iPad Goals of app review: App Reviewed: Cardiograph – Heart Rate Monitor Version 2.2
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