Developing new portable measures for Parkinson's disease features
Research Project 3 will develop novel, objective, and portable measures of Parkinson disease features
This study is testing a new smartphone app that helps people with Parkinson's disease track their symptoms like walking and balance in their everyday lives, making it easier to manage their condition over time.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Rochester NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rochester, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10459492 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to create innovative and objective tools for assessing features of Parkinson's disease using smartphones. By leveraging advanced technology, the project seeks to provide frequent and sensitive evaluations of symptoms like gait and balance in real-world settings, rather than relying solely on traditional clinical assessments. The approach includes utilizing a smartphone application that can be used by patients anywhere, making it easier to track their condition over time. This could lead to more accurate data collection and potentially improve the management of Parkinson's disease.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with Parkinson's disease who are willing to use a smartphone application for symptom tracking.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have Parkinson's disease or those who are unable to use smartphones may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate and accessible monitoring of Parkinson's disease symptoms, improving patient care and treatment outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies using smartphone applications for Parkinson's disease have shown promising results, indicating that this approach is both viable and beneficial.
Where this research is happening
Rochester, United States
- University of Rochester — Rochester, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Saria, Suchi — University of Rochester
- Study coordinator: Saria, Suchi
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.