Effectiveness of Quadriceps Strength Training in Adults With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Systematized Review.

IF 1.5 Q3 RHEUMATOLOGY

Musculoskeletal Care Pub Date : 2025-06-01 DOI:10.1002/msc.70134

Disha D Hegde, Kalashree Hadya Ananda, Noble Vavachan

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Abstract

Background: Knee osteoarthritis (KOA) is a common degenerative condition causing pain, affecting mobility, and quality of life. As muscle weakness worsens in KOA, this review evaluates the effectiveness of quadriceps strengthening exercises in managing pain.

Methods: This review used the PubMed database to identify free full-text randomized controlled trials from the past 5 years, limited to English-language human studies, guided by the PICO framework. The Joanna Briggs Institute Critical Appraisal Tool was used to assess study quality; RCTs scoring ≥ 80% were included. Data were analysed descriptively, and effect sizes were calculated using G*Power software.

Results: Nine RCTs showed that quadriceps strengthening significantly reduced pain and improved function in KOA. Effective exercises included straight leg raises, terminal knee extensions, and open/closed chain movements over 8-12 weeks.

Conclusion: Quadriceps strengthening as a part of lower extremity strengthening is effective in reducing pain in KOA and should be prioritised in patient-specific programs.

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四头肌力量训练对成人膝关节骨性关节炎的有效性：系统回顾。

背景：膝关节骨关节炎（KOA）是一种常见的退行性疾病，引起疼痛，影响活动能力和生活质量。随着KOA中肌肉无力的恶化，本综述评估了股四头肌强化训练在控制疼痛方面的有效性。方法：本综述使用PubMed数据库识别过去5年的免费全文随机对照试验，仅限于PICO框架指导下的英语人类研究。采用乔安娜布里格斯研究所关键评估工具评估研究质量；纳入评分≥80%的rct。对数据进行描述性分析，并使用G*Power软件计算效应量。结果：9项随机对照试验显示，股四头肌强化可显著减轻KOA患者的疼痛并改善其功能。有效的锻炼包括8-12周的直腿抬高、膝关节末端伸展和开/闭链运动。结论：股四头肌强化作为下肢强化的一部分可有效减轻KOA患者的疼痛，应在患者具体方案中优先考虑。

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Musculoskeletal Care RHEUMATOLOGY-

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2.30

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7.70%

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期刊介绍： Musculoskeletal Care is a peer-reviewed journal for all health professionals committed to the clinical delivery of high quality care for people with musculoskeletal conditions and providing knowledge to support decision making by professionals, patients and policy makers. This journal publishes papers on original research, applied research, review articles and clinical guidelines. Regular topics include patient education, psychological and social impact, patient experiences of health care, clinical up dates and the effectiveness of therapy.