Smart watches could revolutionize knee arthritis monitoring

NCT ID NCT07031518

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This pilot study tested whether wearable sensors (Syde devices) can reliably track knee osteoarthritis symptoms at home over two months. 43 participants wore the sensors on their ankles and wrists to record movement data, which was compared with standard clinic tests. The goal was to identify digital biomarkers that could improve treatment evaluation and personalized care.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Syde wearable device (watch-like sensors)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could lead to more accurate, home-based monitoring of knee osteoarthritis, improving how treatments are evaluated and personalized.

What could go wrong

This is a small pilot study with only 43 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The device's reliability and usefulness need further validation in larger trials.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

osteoarthritis, knee

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Centre de référence des maladies neuromusculaire (CRMN Liège), Hopital de la Citadelle

    Liège, 4000, Belgium