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

NCT ID NCT05556850

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

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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

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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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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

60 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Mar 2023

Finished

Dec 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 65 years

Sex

Anyone

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Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Underwent meniscectomy or synovectomy surgery * Age 18-65 * Ability to comply with a standardized postoperative protocol * Willing and able to provide consent Exclusion Criteria: * Previous knee surgery * Patients at any increased risk of falls or at increased risk from harm due to falling, including issues with vertigo, osteoporosis, or a history of past falls * Patient otherwise deemed at increased risk from this investigational rehabilitation program by their referring surgeon or physical therapist * Patients who are pregnant

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Physical therapy

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • NYU Langone Health

    New York, New York, 10016, United States

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