Estudos Interdisciplinares Sobre O Envelhecimento · Aug 18, 2026
Wearable devices, physical activity level, and sedentary behavior in the prodromal stage and in Parkinson's disease
By de Abreu FMC, Silva KHCVE
Parkinson's disease (DP) has a prodromal stage that refers to the initial phase of the disease, characterized by symptoms that may appear before the classic motor symptoms become apparent. Subtle nonmotor symptoms and other early signs of the disease may manifest and progress throughout this period, before the characteristic motor symptoms of Parkinson's disease become apparent. The objective of this study was to discuss the level of daily physical activity, sedentary behavior using accelerometers in patients with DP, and the prodromal symptoms of DP. This article is based on a review of the literature on parkinsonian symptoms, physical activity level, sedentary behavior, and accelerometer technology. A total of 26 articles on the topic were used, and based on these findings, it was found that the use of accelerometers may be important in the early identification of prodromal symptoms of DP. Monitoring physical activity levels and sedentary behavior may aid in early diagnosis and preventive interventions. Recent updates to the assessment criteria for prodromal DP have provided new findings on predictive markers of the disease, which may improve diagnostic accuracy, aid in the early identification of individuals at risk of developing prodromal DP, and promote active, healthy aging with fewer motor sequelae.