Body mass index and physical training-related injuries in military personnel: a systematic review and meta-regression analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Discrepancies exist in findings on how varying body mass index (BMI) levels impact physical training-related injuries across different studies. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the relationship between BMI and physical training-related injuries both qualitatively and quantitatively.

Methods

A comprehensive search of the MEDLINE, Cochrane and EMBASE databases was performed. The study selection followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines. A systematic review and meta-analysis were conducted using weighted data and a random-effects model. Subgroup analyses were based on gender and military service branches. Heterogeneity among the studies was assessed through the I² statistic, indic

SUBMITTER: Lan W 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12703312 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature