Can a computer replace your physical therapist? new study tests virtual knee rehab

NCT ID NCT05556850

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: NYU Langone Health Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tested whether a virtual rehabilitation platform called STABL works as well as in-person physical therapy for people recovering from knee surgery (meniscectomy or synovectomy). STABL uses computer vision to guide patients through exercises at home and sends data to their surgeon. The study involved 60 adults aged 18-65 and measured pain, knee function, and range of motion. The goal is to see if this digital approach can make recovery easier and more accessible.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: STABL virtual rehabilitation platform (behavioral intervention using computer-vision technology)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a convenient, at-home alternative to in-person physical therapy after knee surgery, potentially reducing pain and improving recovery.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed study with only 60 participants. The results may not apply to everyone, and virtual rehab may not be suitable for patients at risk of falls or with other complications.

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NYU Langone Health

New York, New York, 10016, United States

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