Smartwatches could help Fine-Tune brain implants for tremor patients
NCT ID NCT05976074
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study at Mayo Clinic will see if an Apple Watch can measure how well deep brain stimulation (DBS) controls essential tremor throughout the day. Fifty patients with DBS implants will wear the watch and perform simple tasks while the watch collects movement and heart data. The goal is to find better ways to monitor DBS effectiveness, not to test a new treatment.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to better ways to monitor and adjust DBS therapy using wearable devices, improving tremor control.
What could go wrong
This is a small feasibility study with only 50 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It's about measuring, not treating, so no direct health benefits.
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Mayo Clinic Minnesota
Rochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States