Knee replacement recovery gets a tech boost: apps aim to get patients moving
NCT ID NCT04482400
First seen Apr 23, 2026 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 12 times
Summary
This study tested two smartphone programs in 83 people who had a knee replacement within the past year. One program encouraged less sitting and more movement, while the other provided surgery recovery education. Researchers measured how much time participants spent sitting and their physical function and pain at 2 and 5 months after the programs.
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University of South Carolina
Columbia, South Carolina, 29208, United States
What this could mean
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Active substance
Smartphone apps (NEAT!2 and MyKneeGuide) that provide coaching and education
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, app-based way to help knee replacement patients recover faster and feel better by sitting less.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 83 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The apps may not be effective for all patients or lead to lasting changes.
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