A simple method for recording and analysing circadian rhythms in man

J Neurosci Methods. 1988 Oct;25(3):209-14. doi: 10.1016/0165-0270(88)90135-5.

Abstract

We describe a method for recording human rest-activity and body temperature. A small automatic cordless electronic device has been developed in order to record circadian rhythmicity of rest-activity for a period of one week. A comparable device connected to a small temperature transducer by means of a flexible probe was designed to register body temperature. These devices can register human circadian rhythms without interfering with their normal daily activity.

MeSH terms

  • Autoanalysis / instrumentation
  • Autoanalysis / methods
  • Body Temperature*
  • Circadian Rhythm*
  • Humans
  • Monitoring, Physiologic / instrumentation
  • Monitoring, Physiologic / methods
  • Motor Activity
  • Rest