Using Your Smartwatch to Detect IBD Flares Early
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study uses data from your personal smartwatch or smartphone to see if we can detect when your Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis is flaring up before symptoms become severe. The goal is to help you and your doctor catch and treat flares sooner.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older
- You have been diagnosed with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis (IBD)
- You own and regularly use a smartwatch or smartphone
- Your device is one of these brands: Apple Watch, Samsung Watch, Fitbit, Garmin, or Polar
- You are willing to let the study access health data from your device for the research period
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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