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Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation for Quadriceps Strength After ACL Surgery

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May 2025

Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation for Quadriceps Strength After ACL Surgery

Vol: 307| Issue: 5| Number:19| ISSN#: 2564-2537
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:1

Effects of Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation on Quadriceps Femoris Muscle Strength and Knee Joint Function in Patients After ACL Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.

Orthop J Sports Med . 2025 Jan 13;13(1):23259671241275071.

Contributing Authors:
Z Li L Jin Z Chen Z Shang Y Geng S Tian J Dong

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Eleven randomized controlled trials including 402 patients who underwent ACL reconstruction or repair were included in this systematic review and meta-analysis comparing NMES-assisted rehabilitation versus standard physical therapy alone. Pooled outcomes analyzed included quadriceps muscle strength and knee joint function (Lysholm scores). The meta-analysis revealed significant improvement in quad...

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