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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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.

the handgrip strength test (manual dynamometry), as an indicator of muscular strength levels; the standing long jump test with feet together, a test of the muscle power of the legs; and the body ...

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 ...