Normative Data of Grip and Pinch Strengths in Healthy Adults of Indian Population

Authors

  • Sneha Vishwanath
  • Kavitha Vishal

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.37506/ijpot.v15i3.16180

Keywords:

Normative data,grip strength,pinch strength

Abstract

The purpose of the study was to establish clinical norms for adults aged 20-40 year old on grip and three
types of pinch strength. A dynamometer was used to measure grip strength and a pinch gauge to measure
pinch strength-tip pinch, key pinch and three fingered pinch. A sample of 118 males and 112 females, aged
20-40 was tested using standard positioning and instructions. Results shows a decline in the grip strength
as age increases but no such relation was established between pinch strength and age. Dominance showed
no difference. Comparison between males and females ,it shows males have stronger hand strength than
females.

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Author Biographies

  • Sneha Vishwanath

    Assistant Professor, Alva’s College of Physiotherapy, Moodbidri, Dk-574227, Karnataka, India

  • Kavitha Vishal

    Associate Professor, Department of Physiotherapy, Father Muller Medical College, Mangalore

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Published

2021-06-09

Issue

Vol. 15 No. 3 (2021): Indian Journal of Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy

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Articles

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How to Cite

Normative Data of Grip and Pinch Strengths in Healthy Adults of Indian Population. (2021). Indian Journal of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy - An International Journal, 15(3), 178-183. https://doi.org/10.37506/ijpot.v15i3.16180