Maggie's joints were unusually tight, and her limbs could not straighten completely, with a pediatrician warning that several genetic conditions that could cause these symptoms were possibly fatal.
Today, consumer wearables are ubiquitous, with many of us relying on them to count our steps, measure our sleep and more. Our study is the first to take this widely available technology and train the algorithm using new metrics that are more sensitive in detecting complications.
If a child has an experience where they were not comfortable, this may lead to stool-holding during the day away from home. Sometimes, it can be something as simple as using a different bathroom or ensuring that when a child has to use the restroom, they are allowed to do so in a quick manner.
