Summary of best evidence for weight management in patients with knee osteoarthritis

VernacularTitle:膝骨关节炎患者体重管理的最佳证据总结
Author: Xiangyun YAN ¹ ; Liande TAO ; Yingchun LI ; Jing GUO
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1. 川北医学院护理学院，南充　637000
Keywords: Osteoarthritis; Body mass index; Management; Evidence summary
From: Chinese Journal of Modern Nursing 2024;30(2):205-210
CountryChina
Language:Chinese
Abstract: Objective:To summarize the best evidence for weight management in patients with knee osteoarthritis.Methods:Clinical decisions, guidelines, expert consensus, and systematic reviews regarding the weight management in patients with knee osteoarthritis were searched in databases such as British Medical Journal (BMJ) Best Practice, UpToDate, Cochrane Library, CINAHL, PubMed, and Embase. The search period was from database establishment to March 31, 2023. Two researchers conducted quality evaluations, extracted evidence, and recommended evidence levels for the included literature.Results:A total of 13 articles were included, including five guidelines, three expert consensus, and five systematic reviews. Thirty pieces of evidence were summarized from five aspects, namely the principles of weight management, weight management goals, exercise management strategies, dietary management strategies, and health education.Conclusions:The best evidence for weight management in patients with knee osteoarthritis can provide a basis for medical staff.