Smart knee implant tracks your steps to speed up recovery

NCT ID NCT06968143

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Chicago Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study is testing whether a smart knee implant that tracks movement like steps and walking speed can help people recover better after knee replacement surgery. Researchers will also see if the device can reduce the number of follow-up clinic visits. About 150 adults having knee replacement will either get the smart implant or standard care, and their recovery will be compared.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Smart knee implant (Persona IQ) that tracks steps, speed, and range of motion
What this could lead to: If successful, this could show that remote monitoring helps people recover better after knee replacement and may reduce the need for in-person clinic visits.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study focused on observation, not treatment. The smart implant may not improve outcomes or reduce visits as hoped.

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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.

KNEE OSTEOARTHRITIS KNEE REPLACEMENT KNEE REPLACEMENT ARTHROPLASTY TOTAL KNEE ARTHROPLASTY

Contacts and locations

Locations

The University of Chicago Medical Center
RECRUITING

Chicago, Illinois, 60637, United States

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