Preoperative High-Intensity Strength Training and Outcomes After Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Context

Preoperative and postoperative strength training is beneficial for outcomes of total knee arthroplasty (TKA). However, the effect of high-intensity strength training is not well understood.

Objective

This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to determine the effects of preoperative high-intensity strength training on TKA outcomes.

Data sources

PubMed, EMBASE, and Cochrane CENTRAL were searched up to December 18, 2023.

Study selection

Randomized controlled trials and cohort studies evaluating the effect of preoperative high-intensity strength training after TKA were eligible.

Study design

Systematic review and meta-analysis.

Level of evidence

Level II, systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials and cohort studi

SUBMITTER: Huang ST 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12668991 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature