Validity refers to the test measuring what is claimed to measure. It is difficult to justify whether the handgrip dynamometer test measures whole body strength rather than just lower arm and hand ...

Although the handgrip test is a frequently used test, it may not show prominent findings in the early stages of the disease. Ultrasound appears to be an innovative tool for preventing sarcopenia as it ...

We develop a clinical definition of low handgrip strength (HGS ... 24 In 2006, half the survey participants were randomly selected to perform an HGS test, with the other half completing the test in ...

Validity refers to the test measuring what is claimed to measure. It is difficult to justify whether the handgrip dynamometer test measures whole body strength rather than just arm strength.

Rehabilitation Clinic, Faculty of Health Sciences, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Krakow, Poland Doctoral School of Medical and Health Sciences, Jagiellonian University Medical College, ...

It is the first time that norms have been reported for handgrip strength across different age groups and sexes at the international level.

New research underscores the potential role of pork consumption in supporting dietary and muscle health in Korean older ...

Getting in shape is a common goal for the New Year. Before you start an exercise program you may want to have a fitness test ...

The following data were collected: disease duration, disease chronicity (SLICC/ACR-DI), disease activity (SLEDAI-2k), treatment regimen, quality of life (SLEQoL), physical activity level ...

The primary outcome was exercise capacity measured using the Incremental Shuttle Walking Test (ISWT) distance (metres). Secondary outcomes include physical measures (Short Physical Performance Battery ...