Wearable sensors monitor ALS progression in new study
NCT ID NCT05271435
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 30, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests whether wearable sensors and digital home tasks can track changes in movement, speech, and falls in people with ALS. About 20 participants will wear neck and wrist sensors and complete speech and handwriting tests over 48 weeks. The goal is to see if these digital tools can detect changes that match standard clinical ratings.
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Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
Hershey, Pennsylvania, 17033, United States
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