Impact of Resistance Training on Body Composition and Physical Function in Individuals with Down Syndrome: A Meta-Analysis.

ABSTRACT: Objectives: Down syndrome (DS) is associated with challenges like increased fat mass and reduced muscle tone. This study aims to analyze the impact of resistance training on improving muscle strength and physical function in individuals with DS. Methods: We conducted a comprehensive search of PubMed, Scopus, Google Scholar, Cochrane Library, and China National Knowledge Infrastructure for studies published up to August 2023. Standardized mean differences and 95% confidence intervals were used to evaluate the efficacy of resistance training. Results: Eight randomized controlled trials (RCTs), including 127 participants with DS, met the inclusion criteria. Resistance training significantly improved muscle strength in the knee extensors (SMD: 1.009, 95% CI: 0.505-1.513),

SUBMITTER: Kuo HT 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11640099 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature