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Participation in the NewKnee Study

Help us improve rehabilitation after knee surgery and for osteoarthritis through digital innovations.

Scientific Background

The goal of this study is the development and validation of a new digital "outcome score." Currently, doctors often rely on questionnaires or occasional examinations in the clinic.

With NewKnee, we use your smartphone's sensors to make your actual mobility and function in everyday life objectively measurable. This allows for a much more precise assessment of your recovery process.

Participation Requirements

Medical

  • ✓ You suffer from knee osteoarthritis (gonarthrosis).
  • ✓ OR you are scheduled for a knee replacement (TKR) or have recently received one.
  • ✓ You are at least 18 years old.

Technical

  • ✓ Owning a modern smartphone (Android or iOS).
  • ✓ Basic confidence in using apps.

Your Journey Through the Study

1

Registration & Information

After initial contact, you will receive access to the app. The entire study briefing and consent process take place digitally, directly on your smartphone.

2

Regular Short Tests

You will perform short movement tests (e.g., standing up from a chair) at set intervals (e.g., weekly), which only take a few minutes.

3

Data Analysis

Your anonymized data will be evaluated by our team at TUM to confirm the accuracy of the app measurements.

Your Benefits

  • Early access to innovative medical technology.
  • Better visualization of your own progress.
  • Supporting university research in Munich.
  • No additional travel to the clinic required.

Important Note

In accordance with the German Health Care Advertising Act (HWG), we point out that the NewKnee app is a research tool. No healing promises or guarantees of an improvement in health status are given. Participation is voluntary and can be ended at any time without giving reasons. The app is not a medical device within the meaning of the Medical Device Regulation (MDR).