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Results of SF-36 subgroup analysis (length of follow-up).
| Measurements | Number of included studies | Subgroup | I2 value (%) | WMD (95% CI) | P value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SF-36 (physical) | 5 | ≤12 wk | 14.8 | 3.10 (1.34, 4.86) | .001 |
| 5 | ˃12 wk | 0 | 2.35 (0.41, 4.29) | .017 | |
| SF-36 (mental) | 6 | ≤12 wk | 46.6 | 3.04 (1.27, 4.80) | .001 |
| 5 | ˃12 wk | 0 | 1.81 (−0.15, 3.77) | .07 |
Bold values in the tables indicate meaningful results with P < .05.
SF-36 = 36-item short-form.
