Clinical review of smartphone applications in Parkinson's disease Review


Authors: Tripathi, S.; Malhotra, A.; Qazi, M.; Chou, J.; Wang, F.; Barkan, S.; Hellmers, N.; Henchcliffe, C.; Sarva, H.
Review Title: Clinical review of smartphone applications in Parkinson's disease
Abstract: Background: Parkinson's disease (PD) is the second leading neurodegenerative disease worldwide. Important advances in monitoring and treatment have been made in recent years. This article reviews literature on utility of smartphone applications in monitoring PD symptoms that may ultimately facilitate improved patient care, and on movement modulation as a potential therapeutic. Review Summary: Novel mobile phone applications can provide one-time and/or continuous data to monitor PD motor symptoms in person or remotely, that may support precise therapeutic adjustments and management decisions. Apps have also been developed for medication management and treatment. Conclusions: Smartphone applications provide a wide array of platforms allowing for meaningful short-term and long-term data collection and are also being tested for intervention. However, the variability of the applications and the need to translate complicated sensor data may hinder immediate clinical applicability. Future studies should involve stake-holders early in the design process to promote usability and streamline the interface between patients, clinicians, and PD apps.
Keywords: validation; system; symptoms; telemedicine; parkinson's disease; remote monitoring; gait; objective measurement; smartphone applications; apps; movement modulation; aides
Journal Title: The Neurologist
Volume: 27
Issue: 4
ISSN: 1074-7931
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins  
Date Published: 2022-07-01
Start Page: 183
End Page: 193
Language: English
ACCESSION: WOS:000821237300006
DOI: 10.1097/nrl.0000000000000413
PROVIDER: wos
PUBMED: 35051970
Notes: Review -- Source: Wos
Altmetric
Citation Impact
BMJ Impact Analytics
MSK Authors