ECG waveform is upside down in Samsung Health Monitor app

When your ECG reading appears inverted in the Samsung Health Monitor app, it is most likely because you have selected the wrong wrist for the recording. You can easily fix this by selecting the correct wrist in the app.

The information gathered from this device, Samsung Health, or related software is not intended to diagnose, cure, mitigate, treat or prevent disease or other conditions. The ECG app is not intended for users under 22 years old or with known arrhythmias, other than atrial fibrillation, and is not intended to replace traditional methods of diagnosis or treatment. Users should not interpret or take clinical action based on the device output without consultation of a qualified healthcare professional.

Navigate to Accessories in the app.

Open the Samsung Health Monitor app on your phone. Tap Menu (the three horizontal lines), and then tap Accessories.
Select the wrist on which you’re wearing the watch.

Tap Wrist selection, and then select the appropriate wrist. Then, try recording your ECG again.

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