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Editorial
. 2022 Jun 13;5(1):73.
doi: 10.1038/s41746-022-00619-4.

Watching Parkinson's disease with wrist-based sensors

James A Diao  1 , Marium M Raza  2 , Kaushik P Venkatesh  2 , Joseph C Kvedar  2
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Editorial

Watching Parkinson's disease with wrist-based sensors

James A Diao et al. NPJ Digit Med. .

Abstract

Parkinson's disease (PD) lacks sensitive, objective, and reliable measures for disease progression and response. This presents a challenge for clinical trials given the multifaceted and fluctuating nature of PD symptoms. Innovations in digital health and wearable sensors promise to more precisely measure aspects of patient function and well-being. Beyond research trials, digital biomarkers and clinical outcome assessments may someday support clinician-initiated or closed-loop treatment adjustments. A recent study from Verily Life Sciences presents results for a smartwatch-based motor exam intended to accelerate the development and evaluation of therapies for PD.

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Conflict of interest statement

J.C.K. is the Editor-in-Chief of npj Digital Medicine. J.A.D. was previously employed by Apple, Inc. The other authors declare no competing interests.

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