ArticleResuscitation plus2026
The efficacy of a smartwatch-based haptic metronome in standardising chest compression rate: a crossover simulation study.
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Abstract
Background: High-quality chest compressions are crucial for effective resuscitation, yet maintaining the guideline-recommended rate of 100-120 compressions per minute is challenging, particularly in stressful and noisy prehospital environments. Haptic feedback delivered through wearable technology may offer a reliable alternative to auditory cues by providing tactile rhythm guidance. Objective: To evaluate the efficacy of a smartwatch-based haptic feedback system delivering 110 vibrations per minute in improving adherence to the target chest compression rate during simulated adult cardiac arrest, compared with unassisted cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Methods: In this prospective, experimental, simulation-based crossover study, 80 volunteers (paramedic students, intern physicians, emergency medicine residents, and laypersons; Results: Haptic guidance substantially improved the percentage of compressions within the guideline-recommended 100-120 bpm range. The proportion of participants achieving the target compression rate increased from 45.0% at baseline to 93.75% with smartwatch-assisted feedback (McNemar test, Conclusion: A smartwatch-based haptic metronome significantly improved adherence to the guideline-recommended chest compression rate across all experience levels. Given its high user acceptability and resilience to environmental noise, this wearable technology may provide a practical, low-cost adjunct to improve CPR quality in both training and prehospital settings.
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