Smart device-assisted telerehabilitation versus conventional rehabilitation after total nee arthroplasty: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) remains the definitive treatment for end-stage knee osteoarthritis (OA). Despite its success, post-operative rehabilitation continues to be challenged by limited access to care, inconsistent patient compliance, and a lack of standardized protocols. In response, smart device-assisted telerehabilitation has gained attention for its capacity to deliver real-time monitoring and individualized feedback. However, its comparative effectiveness relative to traditional rehabilitation approaches remains inconclusive.

Methods

We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) comparing smart device-assisted telerehabilitation to conventional rehabilitation following TKA. Databases searched included PubMed,

SUBMITTER: Zhai S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12584369 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature