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See Latest ArticlesStrength training for treatment of osteoarthritis of the knee: A systematic review
Arthritis Care and Research , 10/06/08
Lange AK et al. - Resistance training improved muscle strength and self-reported measures of pain and physical function in over 50-75% of this cohort. The effects of resistance training on health-related quality of life and depression are yet to be confirmed.
Methods- Aim was to assess the effectiveness of resistance training on arthritis symptoms, physical performance, and psychological function in pts with knee OA
- Database search for randomized controlled trials; 2 reviewers independently assessed studies
- 18 studies; 2,832 subjects were reviewed
- 8/12 quality criteria were accounted for in the reviewed literature
- Self-reported measures of pain, physical function, and performance, along with muscle strength, maximal gait speed and chair stand time, and balance improved following resistance training in 56-100% of studies
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