Using wearable sensors to monitor symptoms in myasthenia gravis patients
Wearable Sensor and Digital Technologies for Quantitative Assessment and Remote Monitoring of Symptoms in Myasthenia Gravis
This study is creating a handy wearable device and a mobile app to help people with myasthenia gravis keep track of their symptoms every day, making it easier for them and their doctors to understand how they're doing without needing to go to the clinic all the time.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Biosensics, LLC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Newton, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10710321 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a wearable sensor and a mobile application to continuously monitor symptoms in patients with myasthenia gravis (MG), a chronic autoimmune disease that causes muscle weakness. The wearable device will track motor symptoms and functions, while the mobile app will assess speech and facial characteristics, providing a more comprehensive view of the patient's condition. This approach aims to replace traditional in-clinic assessments, which can be time-consuming and subjective, with real-time data collection that reflects the patient's daily experiences. By collaborating with Massachusetts General Hospital, the project seeks to enhance the understanding of MG and improve patient care.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with myasthenia gravis who experience fluctuating muscle weakness and related symptoms.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have myasthenia gravis or those with stable, non-fluctuating symptoms may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate and timely assessments of myasthenia gravis symptoms, ultimately improving patient management and treatment outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using wearable technology for monitoring chronic conditions, indicating that this approach could be effective for myasthenia gravis as well.
Where this research is happening
Newton, UNITED STATES
- Biosensics, LLC — Newton, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Vaziri, Ashkan — Biosensics, LLC
- Study coordinator: Vaziri, Ashkan
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.