Home-based sleep assessments using wrist-worn devices provide comprehensive data regarding sleep stages, sleep duration, sleep efficiency, and other crucial sleep parameters. For instance, these assessments can identify the precise time spent in each sleep stage (light, deep, and REM) and pinpoint disruptions like awakenings or sleep-onset latency. This offers a convenient alternative to traditional in-lab polysomnography.
Such assessments offer several advantages. They permit individuals to sleep in the comfort of their own homes, potentially leading to more representative sleep patterns compared to the unfamiliar environment of a sleep lab. Moreover, the accessibility and affordability of these devices contribute to improved diagnosis and management of sleep disorders, particularly for individuals in remote locations or those with limited access to specialized sleep centers. This technology represents a significant advancement in sleep medicine, making objective sleep data more readily available than ever before.