topicVitamin C Exercise Recovery Randomized Trial
claimFindings were synthesized narratively due to heterogeneity in interventions and diagnostic criteria, and risk of bias was assessed using design-appropriate tools.
evidence level1
citationSerôdio IN (2026)
sourcePreventing Complex Regional Pain Syndrome After Distal Radius Fracture: A Systematic Review of Rehabilitation and Clinical Prophylaxis Strategies.
topicVitamin C Exercise Recovery Randomized Trial
claimLight therapy was associated with reduced CRPS occurrence in a single study, while early active home-exercise programs appeared promising but were supported by a limited number of studies.
evidence level1
citationSerôdio IN (2026)
sourcePreventing Complex Regional Pain Syndrome After Distal Radius Fracture: A Systematic Review of Rehabilitation and Clinical Prophylaxis Strategies.
topicVitamin C Exercise Recovery Randomized Trial
claimStudy designs and CRPS diagnostic criteria varied, and risk of bias was moderate-to-serious in several non-randomized studies.
evidence level1
citationSerôdio IN (2026)
sourcePreventing Complex Regional Pain Syndrome After Distal Radius Fracture: A Systematic Review of Rehabilitation and Clinical Prophylaxis Strategies.
topicVitamin C Exercise Recovery Randomized Trial
claimBackground : Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is a disabling post-traumatic pain condition that may occur after distal radius fracture (DRF), potentially impairing recovery and upper-limb function.
evidence level1
citationSerôdio IN (2026)
sourcePreventing Complex Regional Pain Syndrome After Distal Radius Fracture: A Systematic Review of Rehabilitation and Clinical Prophylaxis Strategies.
topicVitamin C Exercise Recovery Randomized Trial
claimIntroduction In competitive sports, minor performance enhancements can significantly impact outcomes, driving athletes to utilize nutritional supplements, though many lack robust scientific evidence.
evidence level2
citationNojoumi M (2026)
sourceBeetroot Plus Vitamin C for Performance and Recovery: Protocol of a Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Randomized Crossover Trial in Semi-Professional Wrestlers.
topicVitamin C Exercise Recovery Randomized Trial
claimThe primary outcome will be maximal anaerobic power, while secondary outcomes will include mean anaerobic power, fatigue index, time to exhaustion, and metabolic markers associated with muscle damage, such as creatine kinase and lactate dehydrogenase.
evidence level2
citationNojoumi M (2026)
sourceBeetroot Plus Vitamin C for Performance and Recovery: Protocol of a Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Randomized Crossover Trial in Semi-Professional Wrestlers.
topicVitamin C Exercise Recovery Randomized Trial
claimConclusion This protocol describes a rigorous trial to evaluate potential ergogenic and recovery benefits of vitamin C-enriched beetroot in wrestling-specific anaerobic performance, addressing gaps in multi-muscle group testing.
evidence level2
citationNojoumi M (2026)
sourceBeetroot Plus Vitamin C for Performance and Recovery: Protocol of a Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Randomized Crossover Trial in Semi-Professional Wrestlers.
topicVitamin C Exercise Recovery Randomized Trial
claimInorganic nitrate (NO₃⁻) stands out as a well-supported ergogenic aid, particularly for high-intensity activities, enhancing both performance metrics and psychological factors like perceived exertion.
evidence level2
citationNojoumi M (2026)
sourceBeetroot Plus Vitamin C for Performance and Recovery: Protocol of a Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Randomized Crossover Trial in Semi-Professional Wrestlers.
topicVitamin C Exercise Recovery Randomized Trial
claim1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Physical activity guidelines recommend that muscle strengthening exercises are performed on at least 2 days per week (), with the consensus that resistance exercise is the most efficacious way to increase muscle mass and strength, alongside broad ranging health benefits including lowering risk of premature mortality (,).
evidence level2
citationLithgow Hannah (2026)
sourceThe effects of vitamin K 2 on recovery from muscle damaging resistance exercise in young and older adults – The TAKEOVER randomised controlled trial
topicVitamin C Exercise Recovery Randomized Trial
claimThis is particularly important in older adults as resistance exercise can reduce injury risk, including risk of falls and fractures, and subsequently promote longevity by supporting healthy ageing ().
evidence level2
citationLithgow Hannah (2026)
sourceThe effects of vitamin K 2 on recovery from muscle damaging resistance exercise in young and older adults – The TAKEOVER randomised controlled trial
topicVitamin C Exercise Recovery Randomized Trial
claimThe consequences of EIMD include a temporary loss of muscular function, experiencing muscle soreness and pain, reduced muscle force production, and an increase in inflammation ().
evidence level2
citationLithgow Hannah (2026)
sourceThe effects of vitamin K 2 on recovery from muscle damaging resistance exercise in young and older adults – The TAKEOVER randomised controlled trial