Grip strength
View article: Periosteal Pecking versus Piston Dry Needling Techniques: A Comparative Study on Pain Reduction in Tennis Elbow
Periosteal Pecking versus Piston Dry Needling Techniques: A Comparative Study on Pain Reduction in Tennis Elbow Open
Lateral epicondylitis is a musculoskeletal disorder caused by overuse of the extensor carpi radialis brevis (ECRB) tendon, characterized by pain and decreased muscle function. This study aimed to compare the effectiveness of piston dry nee…
View article: Dataset for "Correlation Between Baseline Grip Strength of the Ipsilesional Hand and Functional Outcomes after Stroke"
Dataset for "Correlation Between Baseline Grip Strength of the Ipsilesional Hand and Functional Outcomes after Stroke" Open
View article: Dataset for "Correlation Between Baseline Grip Strength of the Ipsilesional Hand and Functional Outcomes after Stroke"
Dataset for "Correlation Between Baseline Grip Strength of the Ipsilesional Hand and Functional Outcomes after Stroke" Open
View article: Multimorbidity patterns and cognitive frailty in adults aged over 50 years: China perspective
Multimorbidity patterns and cognitive frailty in adults aged over 50 years: China perspective Open
Introduction The multimorbidity underlying in cognitive frailty remain poorly understood. Methods A cross-sectional study was performed in non-dementia Chinese aged over 50 years, Cognitive frailty (cognitive impairment and slow gait [SG])…
View article: Prevalence and associated factors of sarcopenia risk and possible sarcopenia among older homeless adults in a home for destitute, Thailand: A cross-sectional study
Prevalence and associated factors of sarcopenia risk and possible sarcopenia among older homeless adults in a home for destitute, Thailand: A cross-sectional study Open
Background: Sarcopenia threatens the functional ability of older adults and may be underdiagnosed in homeless populations. Older homeless adults face heightened risks due to malnutrition and comorbidities. However, evidence on sarcopenia i…
View article: Effects of digital health interventions on muscle mass, muscle strength, and physical function in older adults with sarcopenia: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Effects of digital health interventions on muscle mass, muscle strength, and physical function in older adults with sarcopenia: a systematic review and meta-analysis Open
Background and aims Sarcopenia, an age-related progressive muscle disorder, is characterized by low muscle strength. While digital health technologies are emerging as a management tool, systematic evidence of their comprehensive effects on…
View article: Defining upper extremity dominance: The contributions of hand preference and grip strength
Defining upper extremity dominance: The contributions of hand preference and grip strength Open
Background Upper extremity (UE) dominance is often defined by self-reported hand preference; however, this may not accurately reflect true functional or strength-based dominance. This study examined the relationship between writing hand, t…
View article: How weather affects cognitive and physical outcomes in older adults
How weather affects cognitive and physical outcomes in older adults Open
Objective To ascertain whether, in comparison to the participants’ expected abilities, the weather may cause abnormally poor cognitive or physical performance. Design Secondary analysis of a randomised controlled trial Setting Study conduc…
View article: Perímetro abdominal y rendimiento físico en personal de la Policía Nacional del Perú
Perímetro abdominal y rendimiento físico en personal de la Policía Nacional del Perú Open
Introduction: Police personnel require maintaining optimal physical and nutritional status to ensure adequate physical performance and efficient work performance. Objective: To evaluate the relationship between waist circumference and phys…
View article: Association of SARC-F with muscle mass, strength, and quality derived from bioelectrical impedance spectroscopy for sarcopenia assessment
Association of SARC-F with muscle mass, strength, and quality derived from bioelectrical impedance spectroscopy for sarcopenia assessment Open
The SARC-F is a 5-item questionnaire screening for patients at risk of sarcopenia. The electrical properties of tissues derived from bioelectrical impedance spectroscopy (BIS), including phase angle (PhA) and intracellular-extracellular wa…
View article: Estado nutricional y desempeño físico en adultos mayores hospitalizados en un Hospital de EsSalud Juliaca-Perú, 2023.
Estado nutricional y desempeño físico en adultos mayores hospitalizados en un Hospital de EsSalud Juliaca-Perú, 2023. Open
Introduction: Weak grip strength, slow walking speed, changes in body composition are very common in hospitalized older adults, their presence implies alterations in mobility, longer hospital stay, risk of falls and frailty. Objective: To …
View article: A Novel Modification of Anconeus Muscle Flap for Extensor Digitorum Communis-Selective Lateral Epicondylitis: Preliminary Clinical Study
A Novel Modification of Anconeus Muscle Flap for Extensor Digitorum Communis-Selective Lateral Epicondylitis: Preliminary Clinical Study Open
Introduction: Lateral epicondylitis (LE) typically affects the extensor carpi radialis brevis (ECRB) tendon, while isolated degeneration of the extensor digitorum communis (EDC) origin is rare and poorly characterized. Surgical debridement…
View article: Sound Body IoT Dynamometer as a Digital Standard: Agreement with Jamar and the Role of Dynamic Grip Metrics in Functional Risk Screening
Sound Body IoT Dynamometer as a Digital Standard: Agreement with Jamar and the Role of Dynamic Grip Metrics in Functional Risk Screening Open
Background: Handgrip strength (HGS) is a widely used biomarker of musculoskeletal capacity and physiological aging. Traditional hydraulic devices such as the Jamar provide peak-force values but cannot capture dynamic neuromuscular characte…
View article: Grip strength as a simple method to predict postoperative delirium after lower extremity surgery in the elderly: a prospective diagnostic evaluation
Grip strength as a simple method to predict postoperative delirium after lower extremity surgery in the elderly: a prospective diagnostic evaluation Open
Background: Grip strength (GS), an indicator of sarcopenia, declines with age and is associated with frailty, which increases the risk of postoperative delirium (POD). Assessing frailty in patients undergoing lower extremity surgery is cha…
View article: Combined nerve and tendon transfer (CNaTT) for grasp and release function in patients with tetraplegia: a matched prospective pilot study
Combined nerve and tendon transfer (CNaTT) for grasp and release function in patients with tetraplegia: a matched prospective pilot study Open
Introduction: Traditional single-stage tendon transfer procedures in patients with tetraplegia are designed to restore active pinch and grasp function. However, digital extension is usually achieved by wrist tenodesis. More recently, nerve…
View article: Clinical impact of free dorsal interosseous flap combined with tendon graft on function recovery in one-stage reconstruction of composite dorsal wrist soft tissue defects
Clinical impact of free dorsal interosseous flap combined with tendon graft on function recovery in one-stage reconstruction of composite dorsal wrist soft tissue defects Open
Background This study aimed to clarify the clinical efficacy of the free dorsal interosseous flap (DIOF) combined with tendon grafting in one-stage reconstruction of composite dorsal wrist soft tissue defects, and comprehensively evaluate …
View article: Objective Measures of Physical Functioning, Disabilities in Daily Life and Trends During Ageing: A Repeated Cross‐Sectional Study
Objective Measures of Physical Functioning, Disabilities in Daily Life and Trends During Ageing: A Repeated Cross‐Sectional Study Open
Background Maintenance of adequate physical functioning is key for lifelong health, particularly for an ageing society with increasing health care needs. We aimed to assess the association of two objective physical function (PF) measures w…
View article: Effect of Finger Millet-Based Supplementation on Anthropometry and Body Composition Among Moderately Acute Malnourished Under-5 Children in Telangana, India: A Randomized, Community-Based Trial
Effect of Finger Millet-Based Supplementation on Anthropometry and Body Composition Among Moderately Acute Malnourished Under-5 Children in Telangana, India: A Randomized, Community-Based Trial Open
Background Moderate acute malnutrition (MAM) remains a major health challenge in India despite ongoing efforts of government nutrition programs. Finger millet (Ragi), a nutrient-dense, climate-resilient crop rich in calcium, fiber, and bio…
View article: Sitting Baduanjin Combined With Acupoint Massage on Frailty in Patients Undergoing Maintenance Hemodialysis: Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial
Sitting Baduanjin Combined With Acupoint Massage on Frailty in Patients Undergoing Maintenance Hemodialysis: Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial Open
Background Patients undergoing maintenance hemodialysis (MHD) endure weakness due to prolonged dialysis treatment, such as the continuous decline of muscle strength in patients, which will have varying degrees of impact on human physiologi…
View article: Association between Cardiometabolic Index (CMI) with muscle mass and strength in US adults: A cross-sectional study
Association between Cardiometabolic Index (CMI) with muscle mass and strength in US adults: A cross-sectional study Open
Cardiometabolic Index (CMI) is a comprehensive indicator of lipid metabolism and visceral fat distribution, but its relationship with skeletal muscle mass and muscle strength remains unclear. We therefore explored the relationship between …
View article: Effects of varying exercise intensities on muscle strength and depressive symptoms in Chinese adolescents: A 12-week randomized controlled trial
Effects of varying exercise intensities on muscle strength and depressive symptoms in Chinese adolescents: A 12-week randomized controlled trial Open
The present study investigates the effects of physical education programs with varying exercise intensities on muscle strength and depressive symptoms in adolescents, while also evaluates the role of muscle strength improvement in alleviat…
View article: Comparing Fourteen Consensus Biomarkers of Aging: Epigenetic Pace of Aging as the Strongest Predictor of Mortality in BASE-II
Comparing Fourteen Consensus Biomarkers of Aging: Epigenetic Pace of Aging as the Strongest Predictor of Mortality in BASE-II Open
In many countries, lifespan has been increasing faster than healthspan, leading to more years spent with late-life disease and highlighting the need for reliable biomarkers to measure biological aging and to plan personalized interventions…
View article: Associations Between Frailty, Body Mass Index, and Functional Fitness in Older Women
Associations Between Frailty, Body Mass Index, and Functional Fitness in Older Women Open
To analyze the differences in body mass index (BMI) and functional fitness tests between women with and without frailty, and secondarily to determine whether frailty is related to functional fitness performance in elderly women. Methodolog…
View article: Statin Use Is Associated With a Decline in Muscle Function and Mass Over Time, Irrespective of Statin Pharmacogenomic Score
Statin Use Is Associated With a Decline in Muscle Function and Mass Over Time, Irrespective of Statin Pharmacogenomic Score Open
Background Statins are cholesterol‐lowering drugs widely prescribed for preventing cardiovascular diseases. They may cause adverse effects on skeletal muscle, but it remains unclear whether they affect muscle function and mass. We aimed to…
View article: A collagen amino acid composition supplementation reduces biological age in humans and increases health and lifespan in vivo
A collagen amino acid composition supplementation reduces biological age in humans and increases health and lifespan in vivo Open
Collagen supplementation has gained attention with increasing claims regarding its beneficial effects on healthy aging based on clinical observations and lifespan extension in pre-clinical models; however, how and which part of an ingested…
View article: Effect of Upper Extremity Proprioceptive Training on Speed, Grip Strength and Functional Performance in Tennis Players
Effect of Upper Extremity Proprioceptive Training on Speed, Grip Strength and Functional Performance in Tennis Players Open
Background: Tennis is a well-known and globally popular sport, played by millions of people of all ages and skill levels. It is enjoyed both recreationally and competitively. The sport is known for its physical, mental, and social benefits…
View article: Peak Expiratory Flow and Its Trajectories Associated With Frailty in Older Adults: A Prospective Cohort Study
Peak Expiratory Flow and Its Trajectories Associated With Frailty in Older Adults: A Prospective Cohort Study Open
Background Current evidence indicates an association between peak expiratory flow (PEF) and frailty in older adults, yet critical gaps persist regarding: the longitudinal dynamics of PEF trajectories, their temporal relationships with frai…
View article: The Role of HMB Supplementation in Enhancing the Effects of Resistance Training in Older Adults: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis on Muscle Quality, Body Composition, and Physical Function
The Role of HMB Supplementation in Enhancing the Effects of Resistance Training in Older Adults: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis on Muscle Quality, Body Composition, and Physical Function Open
Background/Objectives: Resistance training (RT) is a key strategy to counteract age-related declines in muscle strength and physical function. β-hydroxy-β-methylbutyrate (HMB) has been proposed as a complementary supplement to enhance thes…
View article: Sarcopenia and its Cognitive Consequences: Insights from an Urban Indian Cohort
Sarcopenia and its Cognitive Consequences: Insights from an Urban Indian Cohort Open
Background and Objectives: Sarcopenia is associated with an increased risk of cognitive impairment. The current study aims to explore the cognitive profiles of individuals with sarcopenia in an urban Indian cohort. Methods: Cognitively hea…
View article: Effects of a Four-Week Climbing Intervention on Motor Abilities in PE Class
Effects of a Four-Week Climbing Intervention on Motor Abilities in PE Class Open
Introduction: Regular climbing can contribute to the maintenance and development of both mental and physical well-being. Studies investigate how regular indoor climbing affects the strength endurance of specific trunk and arm muscles, as w…