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Hand function related to age and sex

P J Agnew, F Maas

    Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
    |June 1, 1982
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Age and sex significantly impact hand function, challenging existing norms. This study found distinct performance differences across age groups and sexes, suggesting a need for revised hand function testing standards.

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    An interim Australian version of the jebsen test of hand function.

    The Australian journal of physiotherapy·2014

    Area of Science:

    • Rehabilitation Medicine
    • Gerontology
    • Occupational Therapy

    Background:

    • The Jebsen Test of Hand Function is a widely used clinical tool.
    • Previous research suggests age and sex may influence hand function.
    • Adapting the Jebsen Test for Australian conditions provides a localized assessment tool.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the validity of Jebsen's claim of no significant difference in hand performance for individuals under 60 years.
    • To determine if age and sex are significant factors in hand function.
    • To evaluate the need for sex- and age-specific norms for the Jebsen Test.

    Main Methods:

    • Adapted the Jebsen Test of Hand Function for Australian conditions.
    • Recruited 383 participants across six age groups, encompassing both sexes.

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  • Employed a two-factor analysis of variance (ANOVA) with age and sex as independent variables.

    • Main Results:

    • Significant differences (p < 0.01) in grip strength, manipulating small objects, and moving large heavy objects were observed.
    • Indications of significance (p < 0.05) were found for card turning and moving large light objects.
    • Males generally outperformed females in grip strength and moving large objects, except in older age groups where females excelled in specific tasks. Females showed superior performance in writing and manipulating small objects.

    Conclusions:

    • The study's findings challenge the universality of current Jebsen Test norms.
    • Results indicate that age and sex are significant factors influencing hand function.
    • A recommendation is made to replace the existing single set of norms with multiple, age- and sex-specific standards for improved clinical accuracy.