Handgrip strength assessment in geriatric populations: digital dynamometers comparative study
The Jamar Plus+ digital dynamometer consistently overestimated handgrip strength compared with the Jamar hydraulic dynamometer, but both devices demonstrated moderate reliability. The Jamar Plus+ showed greater responsiveness to variations in strength. Selecting appropriate diagnostic tools is crucial for optimising individualised health assessments in older adults.
Authors
- Kuntjoro Harimurti (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9771-803X)
- Siti Setiati
- Nina Kemala Sari (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6063-8319)
- Ika Fitriana
- Muhana Fawwazy Ilyas (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0176-9773)
- Stepvia Stepvia (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0531-1046)
Institutions
- Sebelas Maret University (ID)
- Rumah Sakit Umum Pusat Nasional Dr. Cipto Mangunkusumo (ID)
Publication Details
- Journal
- BMJ Supportive & Palliative Care
- Published
- 2025-04-02
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1136/spcare-2024-005245
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Nutrition and Health in Aging
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 1.16