CRD SUMMARY: The authors concluded that professionals who treat knee osteoarthritis patients should encourage them to reduce body weight, especially if they are overweight. At least 5% reduction in weight within 20 weeks was required to experience a symptomatic relief. The conclusions appeared appropriate, but limited reporting of study quality and clinical heterogeneity mean they should be interpreted with some caution.
The authors concluded that professionals who treat knee osteoarthritis patients should encourage them to reduce body weight, especially if they are overweight. At least 5% reduction in weight within 20 weeks was required to experience a symptomatic relief. The conclusions appeared appropriate, but limited reporting of study quality and clinical heterogeneity mean they should be interpreted with some caution.
