Test-retest strength reliability: Hand-held dynamometry in community-dwelling elderly fallers

Wang, Ching Yi; Olson, Sharon L.; Protas, Elizabeth J.

doi:10.1053/apmr.2002.32743

Cited by 262 publications

(203 citation statements)

References 27 publications

Supporting

Mentioning

173

Contrasting

Unclassified

Order By: Relevance

“…This is consistent with results from other neurologic conditions for lower-extremity muscles tested via HHD, where comparably high values have been reported for both same-day (r = 0.91-0.99, ICCs = 0.86-0.99) and between-session (ICCs = 0.90-0.98) test-retest reliability. 21,[27][28][29][30] High reliability of a similar lateral trunk flexion protocol has also previously been reported in people with spinal cord injury (ICCs = 0.86-0.99). 35 Comparable reliability has also been reported for the non-HHD assessments used in this study: the trunk flexion test has been shown to have high reliability in people with MS (ICC = 0.995), 38 needed to detect real change outside of the inherent variability of the tests.…”

Section: Resultssupporting

confidence: 67%

“…Handheld dynamometry has been found to have high test-retest reliability in controls, [23][24][25][26] in elderly persons who fall, 27 and in other neurologic populations. 21,[28][29][30][31] In people with MS, test-retest reliability of HHD has been reported only for knee flexion and extension, where it has been shown to have acceptable reliability.…”

Section: Participantsmentioning

confidence: 99%

See 1 more Smart Citation

Psychometric Properties of a Clinical Strength Assessment Protocol in People with Multiple Sclerosis

Mañago¹,

Hebert²,

Schenkman³

2017

International Journal of MS Care

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Background: Strength training in people with multiple sclerosis (MS) is an important component of rehabilitation, but it can be challenging for clinicians to quantify strength accurately and reliably. This study investigated the psychometric properties of a clinical strength assessment protocol using handheld dynamometry and other objective, quantifiable tests for the lower extremities and trunk in people with MS.

show abstract

Section: Resultssupporting

confidence: 67%

Section: Participantsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Psychometric Properties of a Clinical Strength Assessment Protocol in People with Multiple Sclerosis

Mañago¹,

Hebert²,

Schenkman³

2017

International Journal of MS Care

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

show abstract

“…Although numerous variables exist that could compromise the readings, from use of a handheld force transducer for assessment of trunk strength, it did appear that the amount of rotation force generated by the patient improved. Handheld dynamometers have been shown to be a reliable method of assessing strength [47][48][49] , although the use as described in this case report has not been widely reported.…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 89%

Needle EMG Response of Lumbar Multifidus to Manipulation in the Presence of Clinical Instability

Tunnell¹

2009

Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

“…We also measured the timed up-and-go (TUG) and one-legged standing (OLS) time as evaluations of physical performance because it has been reported that they are related to 6MWD. The maximal strength of the ankle muscles responsible for ankle dorsiflexion and plantar flexion were assessed using a dynamometer fixed to a footstool 16) . The TUG was performed according to the standard method that measures the time taken to rise from a chair, walk 3 meters, turn, and return to a sitting position 17) .…”

Section: Methodsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Differences between Proximal and Distal Muscle Activity of the Lower Limbs of Community-dwelling Women during the 6-minute Walk Test

et al. 2012

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Abstract. [Purpose] This study examined the change in the muscle activities of the lower limbs during the 6-minute walk test to identify the relationship between the change in muscle activity and physical performance of community-dwelling elderly women.[Methods] Twenty-three elderly women (mean age: 77.9 years) were recruited from the community to participate. Their muscle activities were recorded using surface electromyography of the gastrocnemius, tibialis anterior, vastus medialis, hamstrings, and gluteus medius, and muscle strength, mobility, balance and 6-minute walking distance were also measured.[Results] The decrease of electromyography activity during the 6-minute walk test was significantly greater in the gastrocnemius and tibialis anterior than in the other muscles. The decrease of electromyography activity in the gastrocnemius was correlated with the timed up-and-go time (r= −0.435) and that of the tibialis anterior was correlated with the timed up-and-go time (r= −0.530) and walking distance (r= 0.482).[Conclusions] The electromyogram activities of the gastrocnemius and the tibialis anterior showed deterioration during the 6-minute walk test, and they were correlated with gait performance. These results suggest that muscle activity of the distal muscles plays an important role in the walking ability of elderly women.

show abstract

Test-retest strength reliability: Hand-held dynamometry in community-dwelling elderly fallers

Cited by 262 publications

References 27 publications

Psychometric Properties of a Clinical Strength Assessment Protocol in People with Multiple Sclerosis

Psychometric Properties of a Clinical Strength Assessment Protocol in People with Multiple Sclerosis

Needle EMG Response of Lumbar Multifidus to Manipulation in the Presence of Clinical Instability

Differences between Proximal and Distal Muscle Activity of the Lower Limbs of Community-dwelling Women during the 6-minute Walk Test

Contact Info

Product

Resources

About