Effects of resistance training in individuals with knee osteoarthritis

• Main Authors: Grazielle Cordeiro Aguiar (Author), Samira Gonçalves Rocha (Author), Gisele Aparecida da Silva Rezende (Author), Marcela Rêgo do Nascimento (Author), Paula Luciana Scalzo (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Editora Champagnat.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Introduction: Osteoarthritis (OA), the most common form of arthritis, is considered the main cause of pain and disability in the elderly. Objective: To evaluate the effect of systematic muscle strength training on functional performance and quality of life in individuals with knee OA. Metho...