Evidence Question

Does Resistance training improve quality of life?

Related to: Diabetic Neuropathy

Short answer

Resistance training may improve quality of life.

Evidence at a glance

Evidence strength
Moderate Evidence
Supporting research
2 studys
Randomized trials
2 trials

Why do we say this?

Across 2 randomized trials, findings are mixed and showed an effect on quality of life with Resistance training.

Context and limitations

Some evidence reported benefits while other evidence found little or no effect.

  • Only a small number of supporting studies are available.

Explore the evidence

Supporting research

2 published studys