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Relative Muscle Strength Improves Post-Bariatric Surgery

Findings from a randomized controlled trial on an 11-month multicomponent exercise program after bariatric surgery showed no significant improvements in absolute muscle strength in knee and trunk regions, but significant enhancements in relative muscle strength, particularly in dominant knee flexion. Further exploration of different exercise intensities and frequencies is suggested to optimize postoperative muscle recovery.

Journal Article by Boppre G, Diniz-Sousa F (…) Fonseca H et 6 al. in Obes Surg

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