Your step count could reveal hidden health risks
NCT ID NCT05578495
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study follows 700 people with chronic diseases like arthritis, diabetes, or heart disease for 4 years. Participants wear a small movement sensor for 5 days, three times a year, to track their physical activity and sedentary time. Researchers want to see if a person's unique movement pattern—called a 'digital signature'—can predict whether they will develop additional chronic conditions. The goal is to find early warning signs so doctors can intervene sooner.
What this could mean
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Active substance
accelerometer-based activity monitoring
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help doctors identify patients at risk of developing additional chronic diseases earlier, allowing for preventive steps.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may find no clear link, or the results might not apply to all patients with chronic diseases.
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CHU de Clermont-Ferrand
RECRUITINGClermont-Ferrand, 63000, France
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