Wearable Sensor Study Opens for Children with Autism: Evaluating Daily Mobility and Sleep Monitoring Technology
247 Health News Editorial
·12 Apr 2026
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·clinical-trialsItalian researchers are evaluating wearable sensor technology for continuous monitoring of daily mobility and sleep patterns in children with autism. The study aims to determine if seven-day home monitoring is feasible and well-tolerated in this population.
Originally reported by ClinicalTrials.gov
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