Apple Watch causing wrist pain

halfadevil wrote:

Yes it can, as it has nothing to do with the shape or tightness of the band, it is being caused from the watches sensors that measure you heartbeat.

No, there is nothing in the sensors (they are really just a type of light) that can cause pain in your arm.

There's a very straightforward explanation of how the sensor works here:

Your heart rate. What it means, and where on Apple Watch you’ll find it. - Apple Support

I've had an Apple watch from the very beginning, an original. And I purchased a new Series 3 when they came out. Trust me, I experience no pain, discomfort, rash, anything. And there certainly is no problem with sensors, or the light used causing anything for me. I'm sorry, but an LED light will not cause pain in your wrist.

halfadevil wrote:

Lucky you, as you do not get the pain then do not make judgment on what causes it hey!

I don't have to have experienced a broken leg to know why it's painful. No one is suggesting that you are not in pain. I believe you and I'm sorry that you are. However, jumping to conclusions as to the cause, especially ones which lack any scientific underpinning, may delay or prevent you getting the real help you need.

halfadevil wrote:

That's is funny, as science is opening your mind to all the possibilities, but you are welcome to believe what you want.

No, science is observing, coming up with a hypothesis and testing it. A scientific hypothesis isn't just someone saying, "let's see if blowing on dandelion and scattering the seeds cures cancer". There has to be a plausible mechanism. The hypothesis has to be able to reliably predict the outcome. And, based on the known laws of physics and chemistry, some things are highly unlikely. For example, an old folk remedy for back pain: Lie down (presumably outside) and when you hear the call of a whip-poor-will, roll over three times, is implausible. There's no possible mechanism by which listening to a whip-poor-will could cure back pain.

heidifromyigo wrote:

Where did you get a plastic bumper? I am sensitive to metals in my ears and think the watch may be a metals sensitivity.

This is just one of the many available on Amazon:

Amazon.com: Silicone Alley, Apple Watch [38mm] Bumper Case [Series 2] / Perfect Match & Fit for Bands [Set of 5] (Band N…

Oh, and no skin reactions at all with the Apple Watch. Used to have a Fitbit Surge--and the rubber in its non-removable band combined with sweat (even worse when wearing lotion) gave me a blistering rash, which was such a known issue that I was able to exchange it for a Blaze (which has removable and interchangeable bands like the Apple Watch). Make sure you know what your straps (Apple or aftermarket) are made of. Silicone good, rubber bad!

Ok Apple employee. Now onto the issue that everyone is concerned about...

I've been experiencing arthritic type pain after about 6-9 weeks of wearing this device.
It's a sharp pain that I've never experienced before. It doesn't stop me from doing pushups or other exercises.
It's just a sharp pain that i notice when leaning on objects while wearing the watch.

I will be looking to return it for a full refund. Apple watch 3 is what i had acquired.

Bummer! But at least you were able to return it! Sadly, the shoes I mentioned are taunting me from the corner of my closet. I’ll keep an eye on this thread though. It is odd that many people have the same problem. Hope you can find some kind of fitness monitor that works for you. I find mine so helpful with workouts, nutrition, medication reminders, etc. I’ve heard Fitbit doesn’t have great customer service from more than a few of my friends. Just wanted to toss that out there. Otherwise, they were quite happy with the unit.

This concerns me?

I never ever had pain wearing my Fitbit, but my left wrist and elbow started hurting me since I got this Apple Watch. I am right handed, so that’s not an issue. I'm wondering if the injury to my daughters wrist was due to her Apple Watch - electronic related and not just watch related injury. I have switched wrists to see what happens this morning. Then I found this forum. This could be a bigger problem then I first thought. I don't use my Apple Watch for the phone etc. the way most people do. Actually I like the how my Fitbit functions better, but I like the looks of the Apple Watch better, and I am an Apple user for iPhones, iPads, Mac computer and Mac Pro ... Just thought I would share this, because as soon as I put my watch on this morning my elbow and wrist started hurting immediately. I took my Apple Watch off immediately and put it on my right wrist, and the pain disappeared just that quickly ? What the heck is going on, I am bending my left elbow while typing this with absolutely NO pain. This is kind of big concern!

I have pain in my left wrist so bad it hurts to form a fist, but only underneath exactly where the glass circle is on the watch. My husband keeps insisting it is the band, but I've switched 2 other band styles, 3 total, & nope not better. I'd bet having this type of energy near our blood that's circulating back to our hearts may not be the best thing...

Sorry, bud! It's not possible to prove that "no one" in the world is sensitive to WiFi or LTE. I know for a fact that I am and others are too. I don't need any scientist to tell me what's causing me pain. I have been in the IT industry for over 20 years and I use all Apple products. I have an iPhone, iPad, and MacBook Pro. I am sensitive when all three devices are on WiFi. So, I relocated my router to another room and wired Cat6 to my MBP. The issue is not "Apple" related. I have to admit, I experience fewer issues with Apple gadgets than gadgets made by other companies like Samsung. I use to carry two cell phones on my belt on my right hip for years until a cyst grew there that I had removed. Now I keep them away from me as much as possible. Like not keeping the phone in my pocket all day and using earbuds for calls. Also, not sleeping with the phone next to my head! I don't expect for people that do not have any issues to understand, but those that do have issues understanding. For those that experience pain and discomfort from any device, listen to your own body!

You have it backwards. iPhones have much higher SAR ratings than iPhones so the devices made by Samsung would have given you far less problem then ones from Apple which have a higher level. So maybe it is best not to trust what your body is saying, it lies to you.

When you had your cyst removed did the doctors say WiFi, Bluetooth or cellular caused it? Or perhaps chafing from having two phones there? And yes, it is possible to prove that "no one" in the world is sensitive to WiFi, Bluetooth, and cell, there have many tests that have been done to show exactly that. Even tests with people who claimed to be sensitive like yourself. But your claim about it being worse with Samsung devices disproves your own theory.

Hey Deggie, I said, "like Samsung". Please read carefully. When I had the cyst removed I had a Treo and some other phone I can't remember what it was. I knew someone would say "chafing" as a cause. If you just think about it, the weight of phones would pull the belt away from that side body. You would have chafing somewhere else on your waist.

Frankly, I don't need a study, you, or anyone else to "tell" me what I experienced. Obviously, there are people monitoring this thread and other threads whose sole purpose is to bash complaints.

I have so much more to say, but it would be like trying to have a real conversation with an animal.

Signing off! People, like I said, listen to your body! And do expect a Level 8 or 9 person to make a final comment.

33Scottie wrote:

Sorry, bud! It's not possible to prove that "no one" in the world is sensitive to WiFi or LTE. I know for a fact that I am and others are too. I don't need any scientist to tell me what's causing me pain.

I understand what you believe. But, humans aren't very good at being objective about, well, anything. That's why scientist and the scientific method are important. Although one can rarely be 100% certain about things, scientist rely on the preponderance of evidence. And, it shows that people who think they're sensitive to things like WiFi don't, in double blind tests, demonstrate any ability to determine if there is or is not WiFi turned on.

"Samsung adopted an innovative antenna system in 2006 to “enhance handset safety by radiating most of the transmitted RF energy away from the handset user” and improve RF (radio frequency) performance."

If scientists have proven that no harm can be done, then who cares about SAR ratings? Why does Samsung even care about enhancing handset safety if there is nothing to worry about?