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

NCT ID NCT03741920

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.

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