Association of BMI and Quadriceps muscle strength with physical function in community-dwelling older adults with knee Osteoarthritis: A Cross-sectional study

Authors

  •   Dr. Sonali Vispute MPT Community Physiotherapy DVVPF's College of Physiotherapy, Ahmednagar, Maharashtra, India 414111
  •   Dr. Shyam Ganvir Principal cum Professor DVVPF's College of Physiotherapy, Ahmednagar

Keywords:

Osteoarthritis, Quadriceps Muscle Strength, Physical Function, Modified Sphygmomanometer, 30s Chair Stand Test

Abstract

Background: A Significant Cause Of Disability Nowadays Among The Community-dwelling Elderly Population Is Knee Osteoarthritis. Knee Osteoarthritis Is A Frequent Cause Of Pain And Disability. In Oa Knee Patients And Ageing, The Reduction In Strength Is Greater Than A Decrease In Muscle Size. This Means That The Reduction In Muscle Quality May Also Contribute To Impaired Muscle Function Of The Older Adults And Those With Knee Oa. Method: In This Study, 60 Subjects Were Enrolled, Assessed For Body Mass Index, Quadriceps Muscle Strength With Modified Sphygmomanometer Device, And 30-second Chair Stand Test For Evaluation Of Physical Function. Results: There Is A Weaker Negative Relationship Between Bmi And Physical Function In Normal-weight Patients. There Is A Tendency For Reduced Physical Function When Bmi Is Increased. There Is A Weaker Positive Relationship Between Quadriceps Muscle Strength And Physical Function In Total Patients. If The Quadriceps Muscle Strength Increased, There Would Be An Enhancement In Physical Function.

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2026-09-25

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Vispute, D. S., & Ganvir, D. S. (2026). Association of BMI and Quadriceps muscle strength with physical function in community-dwelling older adults with knee Osteoarthritis: A Cross-sectional study. VIMS Journal of Physical Therapy, 2(2), 109–114. Retrieved from https://www.vimsptcr.in/index.php/VIMSJPT/article/view/113

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Volume 2, Issue 2, 2020

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