Circadian-like patterns in electrochemical skin conductance measured from home-based devices: a retrospective study.

In this study, we investigated the potential of electrochemical skin conductance (ESC) measurements gathered from home-based devices to detect circadian-like patterns. We analyzed data from 43,284 individuals using the Withings Body Comp or Body Scan scales, which provide ESC measurements. Our results highlighted a circadian pattern of ESC values across different age groups and countries. Our findings suggest that home-based ESC measurements could be used to evaluate circadian rhythm disorders associated with neuropathies and contribute to a better understanding of their pathophysiology. However, further controlled studies are needed to confirm these results. This study highlights the potential of digital health devices to generate new scientific and medical knowledge.

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Copyright © 2023 Vittrant, Courrier, Yang, de Villèle, Tebeka, Mauries and Geoffroy.

Déclaration de conflit d'intérêts

Withings is the manufacturer and developer of the Body Scan and Body Comp scales that measure the ESC and this study was conducted by Withings researchers. Even if the publication does not debate specifically about the devices or their performances the authors declare a potential conflict of interest, as the findings of this study may have implications (better acceptance and medical use) for the company’s products and services. For authors outside Withings, they declare no financial or non-financial retributions that could be perceived as influencing the outcome of this study. The research was driven by the desire to bring valuable insights to the medical and scientific community regarding the integration of digital health devices and the potential applications of chronobiology analysis.