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[The evaluation of the Artem grip in its function assessment]
Annales De Chirurgie De La Main Et Du Membre Superieur : Organe Officiel Des Societes De Chirurgie De La Main = Annals of Hand and Upper Limb Surgery
|January 1, 1994
Summary
The Artem pincers system demonstrates high reliability and correlation for grip and pinch strength measurements compared to established instruments. Further research is needed to evaluate its novel hand reeducation programs.
Area of Science:
- Rehabilitation Engineering
- Hand Therapy
- Biomedical Instrumentation
Background:
- Grip and pinch strength are crucial indicators of hand function.
- Existing measurement tools may lack versatility or user engagement.
- Novel instruments are needed for comprehensive hand strength assessment and rehabilitation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficiency and reliability of the Artem pincers system.
- To compare the Artem system's strength measurements against reference instruments (Jamar, Pinch-Gauge).
- To explore the utility of two new Artem system tests: dynamic strength evolution and fatigue assessment.
Main Methods:
- Sixty healthy subjects participated in the study.
- Grip strength was measured using the Jamar dynamometer and Artem system.
- Pinch strength was measured using the Pinch-Gauge and Artem system.
Main Results:
- The Artem system showed high correlation and reliability for grip and pinch strength measurements when compared to reference instruments.
- Statistical conclusions could not be drawn for the dynamic strength evolution and fatigue tests.
- Preliminary findings suggest potential for the Artem system in assessing hand and finger strength dynamics.
Conclusions:
- The Artem pincers system is a reliable instrument for grip and pinch strength measurement.
- The system's novel features warrant further investigation, particularly in patient populations undergoing hand reeducation.
- Future studies should focus on validating the dynamic strength and fatigue tests in clinical settings.