actigraph

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actigraph

[ak′tigraf′]

any instrument that records changes in the activity of a substance or an organism and produces a graphic record of the process, such as an electrocardiograph.

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More than 3,000 adult participants in NHANES wore an actigraph for 7 days to measure physical activity.

The Disease Burden of Atopic Dermatitis

The ActiGraph GT3X+ accelerometer (ActiGraph LLC, Pensacola, United States) was used to assess step-defined physical activity.

Accelerometer-determined peak cadence and weight status in children from Sao Caetano do Sul, Brazil/Determinacao do pico de cadencia via acelerometria e estado de peso corporal em criancas de Sao Caetano do Sul, Brasil

Then, we provided participants with a GT3X+ Actigraph accelerometer along with an oral and written explanation of the appropriate wearing and handling of the device.

A comparison of physical activity engagement and enjoyment in female college students with and without a history of weight-related teasing

2010) Associations between obstructive sleep apnea, metabolic syndrome, and sleep duration, as measured with an actigraph, in an urban male working population in Japan.

Overcoming sleep disordered breathing and ensuring sufficient good sleep time for a healthy life expectancy

On each data collection day, participants wore an ActiGraph GT3X+ accelerometer (Shalimar, Florida) on their right hip for the duration of each PA class.

Activity Levels of College Students Enrolled in Physical Activity Courses

They are also equipped with actigraph watches to monitor their sleep-wake patterns.

Singapore HS students sleep more, reap benefits from later school schedule

The study included 31 older adults (ages 55-82) who wore a small device called an ActiGraph, which recorded information including how many steps each took, how vigorous the steps were and how much time it involved, Medical Xpress reported.

Physical activity linked to better memory among elderly

Comparison of the IPAQ-A and actigraph in relation to V[O.

Capacidade cardiorrespiratoria de escolares em florianopolis

Validity and reliability of physical activity questionnaires Criterion method--objective measures Validity Reference analysis sample Measure Chasan- Actigraph Taber et al.

Measuring physical activity in pregnancy using questionnaires: A meta-analysis

An actigraph automatically monitors and logs sleep.

Poor sleep compromises immune system, quadruples risk of getting sick

The diagnostic sleep apnea devices segment is further segmented into polysomnography (PSG) devices, respiratory polygraphs, pulse oximeters and actigraph systems and the treatment sleep apnea devices are further sub segmented into positive airway pressure (PAP) devices, facial interfaces, adaptive servo ventilation (ASV), airway clearance systems, oxygen concentrators, oral appliances and accessories.

North America Sleep Apnea Devices Market New Report by Data Bridge Market Research

Changes in sleep-wake cycle during the period from late pregnancy to puerperium identified through the wrist actigraph and sleep logs.