Validity and reliability of smartwatch-based upper-extremity function and heart rate assessment in outpatient older adults.

A study published in Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics examined how accurately and consistently smartwatches can measure upper-extremity function and heart rate in older outpatient adults. The research assessed whether consumer wearable technology could serve as a valid clinical tool for monitoring this population's functional performance. These findings are relevant to physical therapists seeking objective, low-burden assessment methods for older patients in outpatient settings.

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