Knee replacement recovery gets a tech boost: apps aim to get patients moving
NCT ID NCT04482400
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested two smartphone-based programs designed to help people who had a knee replacement sit less and move more. 83 participants used either a sedentary reduction app or a recovery education app for 8 weeks. Researchers measured their sitting time, physical function, and pain at 2 and 5 months to see if the apps improved recovery.
What this could mean
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Active substance
smartphone-based behavioral programs (NEAT!2 and MyKneeGuide)
What this could lead to
If successful, these smartphone programs could offer a simple, low-cost way to help knee replacement patients become more active and recover better.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 83 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The programs are behavioral, so success depends on patient motivation and adherence.
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University of South Carolina
Columbia, South Carolina, 29208, United States