Correction to: Effect of caffeine on delayed-onset muscle soreness: a meta-analysis of RCT

Abstract Background There are multiple strategies that have been suggested to attenuate delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS). Curcumin has been shown to reduce exercise-induced oxidative stress (OS) and inflammation. However, currently, there is still controversy. Main body of the abstract We conduct this meta-analysis according to the PRISMA guidelines. Relevant studies were included from Medline and Scopus from the date of inception to May 04th, 2021 that reported VAS score, blood markers (creatinine kinese (CK), tumor necrotic factor (TNF)-α and interleukin (IL)-6) and range of motion of either group. There were total of 13 studies including 202 and 176 persons in curcumin and placebo group. The unstandardized mean difference (UMD) of VAS muscle soreness in post-exercise, 1, 2, 3 and 4 days was − 0.12 (95% CI − 0.46, 0.22), − 0.38 (− 0.83, 0.08), − 0.67 (− 1.19, − 0.16), − 0.86 (− 1.38, − 0.34), − 0.81 (− 1.27, − 036) and − 1.24 (− 1.50, − 0.99) scores lower in curcumin when compared to placebo. The UMD of CK was − 11.07 (95% CI − 24, 1.86), − 37.51 (− 68.04, − 6.97), − 45.40 (− 95.67, 4.86), − 53.33 (− 128.11, 21.45), − 90.98 (− 173.45, − 8.51) and 117.84 (− 338.69, 574.37) lower in curcumin when compared to placebo. No statistically significantly differences were noted for IL-6, TNF-α and ROM between two groups. Short conclusion This meta-analysis suggested that curcumin supplement reduced delayed onset muscle soreness and CK after exercise in 1, 2, 3, and 4 days when compared to placebo. However, TNF and IL were not affected by curcumin ingestion. Level of evidence I.

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Physical therapy interventions for the treatment of delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS): Systematic review and meta-analysis

Physical Therapy in Sport ◽

10.1016/j.ptsp.2021.07.005 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Roberto Lohn Nahon ◽

Jaqueline Santos Silva Lopes ◽

Aníbal Monteiro de Magalhães Neto

Keyword(s):

Systematic Review ◽

Physical Therapy ◽

Muscle Soreness ◽

Meta Analysis ◽

Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness ◽

Delayed Onset ◽

Therapy Interventions

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Comment on “Effect of low-level phototherapy on delayed onset muscle soreness: a systematic review and meta-analysis”

Lasers in Medical Science ◽

10.1007/s10103-016-2000-1 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 31 (8) ◽

pp. 1739-1740 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Bruno Manfredini Baroni ◽

Ernesto Cesar Pinto Leal-Junior

Keyword(s):

Systematic Review ◽

Muscle Soreness ◽

Meta Analysis ◽

Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness ◽

Low Level ◽

Delayed Onset

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Effect of caffeine on delayed-onset muscle soreness: a meta-analysis of RCT

Bulletin of the National Research Centre ◽

10.1186/s42269-021-00660-5 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 45 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Janisa Andrea Maljadi ◽

Patsorn Kaewphongsri ◽

Kornkit Chaijenkij ◽

Jatupon Kongtharvonskul

Keyword(s):

Placebo Group ◽

Muscle Soreness ◽

Meta Analysis ◽

Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness ◽

Main Body ◽

Level Of Evidence ◽

Post Exercise ◽

Multiple Strategies ◽

Delayed Onset ◽

Group A

Abstract Background There are multiple strategies that have been suggested to attenuate delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS). Caffeine has been shown to assist with blocking pain associated with DOMS. However, currently there is still controversy over the effects of caffeine use. Main body We conducted a meta-analysis to compare pain associated with muscle soreness by both the VAS and indirect markers by CK of caffeine and placebo after exercise. The meta-analysis was carried out in accordance with the PRISMA guidelines. Relevant studies from Medline and Scopus published up to May 20, 2021, were included, which resulted in a total of 477 and 132 studies being retrieved from Scopus and Medline, respectively. Seven studies met the inclusion criteria, and in these, there were 68 persons in the caffeine group and 74 persons in the placebo group. A visual analog score of muscle soreness was recorded pre-exercise, immediately post-exercise, and at one to four days post-exercise; the scores at these time points in the caffeine group as compared to those in the placebo group progressed from 0.00 (95% CI − 0.51, 0.50) to − 0.20 (− 1.09, 0.69), − 0.92 (− 2.20, 0.36), − 1.02 (− 1.86, − 0.19), 0.00 (− 0.36, 0.36), and 0.18 (− 0.56, 0.92), respectively. No statistically significant differences were noted for CK between the two groups at 24 h post-exercise. Short conclusion Our meta-analysis results indicate that caffeine supplements reduce delayed-onset muscle soreness when compared to a placebo 48 h after exercise. However, at 24 h post-exercise, caffeine can reduce DOMS only in people who worked on resistant exercise. The CK used in this meta-analysis did not show any differences. Trial registration: PROSPERO CRD42021260248. Level of evidence I.

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Effects of Kinesio Tape on Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

BioMed Research International ◽

10.1155/2021/6692828 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 2021 ◽

pp. 1-10

Author(s):

Jianping Lin ◽

Ming ling Guo ◽

Hao Wang ◽

Cheng Lin ◽

Guiqing Xu ◽

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Keyword(s):

Systematic Review ◽

Muscle Strength ◽

Muscle Soreness ◽

Randomized Trials ◽

Meta Analysis ◽

Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness ◽

Mean Difference ◽

Current Evidence ◽

Kinesio Tape ◽

Delayed Onset

Background. Kinesio tape (KT) may be useful for the treatment of delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS), but there has been no systematic review assessing their efficacy. Objectives. We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to evaluate the efficacy of KT on DOMS. Methods. We searched seven databases for randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and crossover randomized trials of KT in DOMS, from the earliest date available to December 31, 2019. The primary outcome was muscle soreness. The secondary outcome was muscle strength and serum creatine kinase (CK) level. The risk of bias was evaluated based on the Cochrane criteria. Data were analyzed using RevMan version 5.3.0 software. P values < 0.05 were considered statistically significant. Systematic review registration number is CRD42020157052. Results. Eight trials (six RCTs and two crossover randomized trials) with 289 participants were included. KT use significantly reduced muscle soreness at 48 h (mean difference (MD): -0.67, 95% confidence interval (CI): -1.10 to 0.24, P = 0.002 ) and 72 h postexercise (MD: -0.81, 95% CI: -1.45 to -0.17, P = 0.01 ) but not at 24 h. KT use improved muscle strength at 72 h postexercise (standardized mean difference: 0.35, 95% CI: 0.02 to 0.69, P = 0.04 ) but not at 24 or 48 h. However, the serum CK level at 24, 48, and 72 h postexercise was not better in the KT group relative to the control group. Conclusions. Current evidence suggests that KT might help to alleviate DOMS after strenuous exercise to improve muscle strength. Thus, using KT on the skin for more than 48 hours postexercise, but not for 24 h, appears more effective at relieving pain and improving muscle strength.

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Effects of Acupuncture on Delayed-Onset Muscle Soreness: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine ◽

10.1155/2020/5864057 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 2020 ◽

pp. 1-11 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Wen-Dien Chang ◽

Nai-Jen Chang ◽

Hung-Yu Lin ◽

Jih-Huah Wu

Keyword(s):

Muscle Soreness ◽

Primary Outcome ◽

Meta Analysis ◽

Outcome Data ◽

Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness ◽

Acupuncture Points ◽

Control Groups ◽

Sham Control ◽

Delayed Onset

Objectives. Evidence for the effects of acupuncture on delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS) is inconsistent. The aim of this study was to explore the effects of acupuncture on DOMS. Methods. Studies investigating the effect of acupuncture on DOMS in humans that were published before March 2020 were obtained from eight electronic databases. The affected muscles, groups, acupuncture points, treatment sessions, assessments, assessment times, and outcomes of the included articles were reviewed. The data were extracted and analyzed via a meta-analysis. Results. A total of 15 articles were included, and relief of DOMS-related pain was the primary outcome. The statistical meta-analysis showed that there were no significant differences between acupuncture and sham/control groups, except for acupuncture for DOMS on day 1 (total SMD = −0.62; 95% CI = −1.12∼0.11, P<0.05) by comparing with control groups. Conclusion. Acupuncture for DOMS exhibited very-small-to-small and small-to-moderate effects on pain relief for the sham and no acupuncture conditions, respectively. Evidence indicating the effects of acupuncture on DOMS was little because the outcome data during the follow-up were insufficient to perform an effective meta-analysis.

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Does vibration benefit delayed-onset muscle soreness?: a meta-analysis and systematic review

Journal of International Medical Research ◽

10.1177/0300060518814999 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 47 (1) ◽

pp. 3-18 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

Xingang Lu ◽

Yiru Wang ◽

Jun Lu ◽

Yanli You ◽

Lingling Zhang ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Systematic Review ◽

Analogue Scale ◽

Muscle Injury ◽

Muscle Soreness ◽

Meta Analysis ◽

Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness ◽

Controlled Trials ◽

Delayed Onset ◽

Randomized Controlled ◽

Exercise Induced

Objective Delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS) is a symptom of exercise-induced muscle injury that is commonly encountered in athletes and fitness enthusiasts. Vibration is being increasingly used to prevent or treat DOMS. We therefore carried out a meta-analysis to evaluate the effectiveness of vibration in patients with DOMS. Method We searched nine databases for randomized controlled trials of vibration in DOMS, from the earliest date available to 30 May 2018. Visual analogue scale (VAS) and creatine kinase (CK) levels were set as outcome measures. Results The review included 10 identified studies with 258 participants. The meta-analysis indicated that vibration significantly improved the VAS at 24, 48, and 72 hours after exercise, and significantly improved CK levels at 24 and 48 hours, but not at 72 hours. Conclusion Vibration is a beneficial and useful form of physiotherapy for alleviating DOMS. However, further studies are needed to clarify the role and mechanism of vibration in DOMS.

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