A novel and improved method of predicting hand grip strength in the adult Malaysian population

• Main Authors: Kamarul, Tunku, Ahmad, T.S., Loh, W.Y.C.
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: 2007
• Subjects: R Medicine
• Online Access: http://eprints.um.edu.my/3220/1/A_Novel_and_Improved_method_of_predicting_hand_grip_strength_in_the_adult_Malaysian_population.pdf; http://eprints.um.edu.my/3220/
• Institution: Universiti Malaya

Hand grip strength measurement is a recognized part of hand function assessment. The standard measurement using the Jamar dynamometer and comparing these results to the recommended normal values suggested by the manufacturers of the Jamar was questioned as these values were based on Western populati...