A Scoping Review of Quadriceps Strengthening Exercises on Knee Joint Pain among Women

Abstract

Knee joint pain is a prevalent issue, especially among women, often leading to decreased mobility and reduced quality of life. Quadriceps strengthening exercises have emerged as a promising non-invasive approach for managing knee pain. This scoping review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of existing literature concerning the effectiveness of quadriceps strengthening exercises in alleviating knee joint pain specifically among women. A systematic search was conducted across electronic databases including PubMed, MEDLINE, and Google Scholar, utilizing keywords related to quadriceps strengthening exercises, knee pain, and women. Studies were screened based on predetermined inclusion criteria, resulting in a final selection of articles for review. Data extraction and synthesis were performed to identify key findings, intervention protocols, and outcomes. The review highlights the diversity in study designs, intervention types, outcome measures, and populations. Findings suggest that quadriceps strengthening exercises can effectively reduce knee joint pain and improve function among women, with variations in efficacy depending on exercise type, duration, frequency, and intensity. However, there remains a need for standardized protocols and long-term follow-up assessments to establish optimal exercise regimens for different subgroups of women experiencing knee pain. Overall, this scoping review provides valuable insights into the current state of evidence regarding quadriceps strengthening exercises for managing knee joint pain in women, emphasizing the importance of tailored exercise programs for improved outcomes.