Blood flow restriction therapy with exercise are no better than exercise alone in improving athletic performance, muscle strength, and hypertrophy: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: The benefits of Blood Flow Restriction Therapy (BFRT) have gained attention in recent times.

Objective: This review aimed to evaluate the immediate (up to 24 hours), intermediate (up to 6 weeks), and long term (6-10 weeks) effects of BFRT plus exercises (EX) compared to EX only on athletic performance (sprint and jump performance), muscle strength, and hypertrophy in athletes and physically active population.

Methods: A literature search was conducted to select randomized controlled trials across four electronic databases from inception till April 2021.

Effect of low-level laser therapy plus exercise therapy on pain, range of motion, muscle strength, and function in knee osteoarthritis - a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: Knee osteoarthritis (KOA) is commonly associated with multiple musculoskeletal impairments.

Objective: The purpose of this review was (1) to investigate the effectiveness of LLLT plus ET on pain, ROM, muscle strength, and function in KOA immediately after therapy and (2) whether the effectiveness of LLLT plus ET could be sustained at follow-up (4 - 32 weeks).

Methods: Six databases were systematically searched upto December 2021 to find relevant articles.