Fall detection not working on my Apple Watch Series 10

I fell while running about two hours ago with no emergency assistance to be provided by my Apple Watch. How do I check to make sure it is working correctly. Thankfully only scratches, but I was waiting the familiar screen from the Apple Watch.

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Apple Watch Series 10

Posted on Apr 12, 2025 2:58 PM

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Ingo2711

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Apr 13, 2025 3:32 AM in response to gss2

Did you already have a look at the suggestion mentioned in this related discussion?

Fall detection with Apple Watch - Apple Community

Also check this article:

Manage Fall Detection on Apple Watch - Apple Support

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