Can a Wrist-Worn tracker improve Parkinson's care?

NCT ID NCT03741920

Ongoing Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Global Kinetics Corporation Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether a wrist-worn movement recorder, called the Personal KinetiGraph (PKG), helps doctors make better treatment decisions for people with Parkinson's disease. About 231 participants will be split into two groups: one where the doctor sees the PKG data during the visit, and one where they do not. The goal is to see if having this movement data leads to more medication changes or adjustments.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Personal KinetiGraph™ (PKG™) Movement Recording System (a wrist-worn device)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could show that using movement data from a wearable device helps doctors adjust Parkinson's medications more effectively.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. The device only provides information; it does not directly improve symptoms. Results may not change patient outcomes.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Parkinson disease

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

PARKINSON DISEASE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Johns Hopkins Medical Institute

Baltimore, Maryland, 21287, United States
Michigan State University

East Lansing, Michigan, 49824, United States
New York University

New York, New York, 10017, United States
Northwell Health

Great Neck, New York, 11021, United States
Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders Center

Boca Raton, Florida, 33486, United States
Sutter Health

Sacramento, California, 95816, United States
University of California

San Diego, California, 92037, United States
University of Florida

Gainesville, Florida, 32604, United States
University of Kansas Medical Center

Kansas City, Kansas, 66103, United States
University of Miami

Miami, Florida, 33136, United States
University of South Florida

Tampa, Florida, 33613, United States
University of Texas

Houston, Texas, 77030, United States

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