Reliability of a Smartphone App to Objectively Monitor Performance Outcomes in Degenerative Cervical Myelopathy: Observational Study
Published research co-authored by Mr Gordan Grahovac
This observational study evaluated whether a smartphone app could reliably measure performance outcomes in people with degenerative cervical myelopathy. It matters because remote or objective monitoring tools may support follow-up and research, but they need validation before wider use.
Research snapshot
Article title: Reliability of a Smartphone App to Objectively Monitor Performance Outcomes in Degenerative Cervical Myelopathy: Observational Study
Authors: A Yanez Touzet, T Houhou, Z Rahic, A Kolias, S Yordanov, D B Anderson, I Laufer, M Li, Gordan Grahovac, M R N Kotter, B M Davies, MoveMed Ltd
Publication type: Journal article
Publication date: 24 May 2024
Publication details: JMIR Formative Research. 2024;8:e56889.
PMID: 38787602
PMCID: PMC11161705
DOI: 10.2196/56889
Study type: Observational study
Mr Grahovac’s involvement: Listed author on the publication
Original publication: View the original publication on PubMed
What this paper looked at
This paper looked at performance monitoring in degenerative cervical myelopathy using a smartphone app. The goal was to assess reliability of objective app-based measures in a condition that can affect walking, hand function and daily activity.
Key points from the publication
The indexed records confirm the study as an observational JMIR Formative Research article with PubMed and PubMed Central records. Detailed numerical reliability results should be checked in the full text before being used in copy.
Clinical relevance
The study is clinically relevant because validated digital tools may help track function, support follow-up and improve research measures in degenerative cervical myelopathy.
What this means in context
A smartphone app is not a substitute for clinical examination, imaging or specialist review. Digital monitoring may add useful information when interpreted alongside symptoms, neurological findings and the wider clinical picture.
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About Mr Gordan Grahovac
Mr Gordan Grahovac is a Consultant Neurosurgeon and Complex Spinal Surgeon with expertise in managing complex spinal and neurosurgical conditions.
His work includes the assessment and treatment of patients with degenerative spinal conditions, spinal cord compression, spinal tumours, complex spinal pathology and conditions requiring specialist neurosurgical input.
His approach focuses on careful diagnosis, appropriate treatment planning and helping patients understand their options clearly.
Important note
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