The Alinker Study
at Stanford University
What is the Alinker study?
The Alinker (www.thealinker.com) is a non-motorized walking bike without pedals, created for those who wish to maintain an active lifestyle and use mobility as medicine to be more in control of their own health. This three-wheeled, self-propelled walking bike is designed for the user experience.
Who can join the study?
Any person receiving knee arthroplasty between the age of 18-99 and is a patient of Dr. Derek Amanatullah, Joint Replacement Clinic, Stanford University.
What can a participant expect?
Study participants data will be collected via a mobile device that connects to either your android or apple cell phone. If you already have an apple watch, android watch, fitbit, etc., that device can be used to collect the data via GoogleFit or HealthKit, otherwise, you will be given a DayBand. From GoogleFit or HealthKit, you will then be able to connect to the application MyPHD. The study coordinator will help each participant to ensure the correction is complete.
Study Information & Contact
Participation in this clinical study is voluntary. You may ask any questions or leave the study at any time, for any reason. If you would like to participate or have any questions, please contact:
Prerna Arora
Clinical Research Coordinator Associate
Department of Orthopedic Surgery
Telephone:
Email: arprerna@stanford.edu
Study Start Date
Enrollment of the study is to begin April 1, 2024.
Overview of clinical research
What is clinical research with respect to a mobility aid?
Clinical research studies or trials help physicians and scientists to study the effects of different mobility devices with respect to patients’ health and recovery.
What is informed consent?
Before enrolling in a clinical trial or study, you must read and sign an Informed Consent Form (ICF). The ICF contains information about the study, including the study goals, how long the study will last, the benefits and risks, and the tests and procedures you will receive.
What does study participation involve?
Study participation typically involves visiting a clinic regularly, using the device as instructed, and having assessments to monitor your health. You can still see your regular doctor, but you should let them know that you are participating in a study.
Participation in clinical research studies is your choice and you may withdraw from the study at any time.
