Using video technology to assess movement in Parkinson's disease
Official title: An automated approach for video-based motor assessment in Parkinson's disease
Funded at Hugo W. Moser Res Inst Kennedy Krieger · NIH-10831467 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new way to check how well people with Parkinson's disease move by using videos taken on regular devices like smartphones and tablets, making it easier for both patients and doctors to keep track of motor symptoms at home or in the clinic.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Hugo W. Moser Res Inst Kennedy Krieger NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project start | May 1, 2023 |
| Project end | April 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $243,226 |
| NIH project number | 5R21HD110686-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10831467 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with Parkinson's disease who experience motor deficits.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with Parkinson's disease who do not exhibit significant motor symptoms may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates a new method for assessing motor function in patients with Parkinson's disease using automated video analysis. By employing advanced pose estimation algorithms, the study aims to track and quantify movements through videos recorded on everyday devices like smartphones and tablets. This approach seeks to provide more frequent and objective assessments of motor symptoms, which are crucial for effective management of the disease. The goal is to make motor assessments accessible in both home and clinical settings, reducing reliance on expensive equipment and subjective evaluations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enable more accurate and frequent monitoring of motor symptoms in Parkinson's disease, leading to better management and treatment outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown promise in using video analysis for movement assessment, indicating that this approach could be a valuable advancement in the field.
Where this research is happening
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Hugo W. Moser Res Inst Kennedy Krieger
Baltimore, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Roemmich, Ryan Thomas — Hugo W. Moser Res Inst Kennedy Krieger
- Study coordinator: Roemmich, Ryan Thomas
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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.