Reference Values and Correlates of Grip Strength in the Oldest Old: Evidence From the Representative NRW80+ (Germany)

Isometric grip strength is a good indicator for performance of the upper body. 1 Trosclair D. Bellar D. Judge L. Smith J. Mazerat N. Brignac A. Hand-grip strength as a predictor of muscular strength and endurance. J Strength Cond Res. 2011; 25: S99 Crossref Google Scholar Furthermore, it is highly correlated with general health, particularly among older adults. 2 Forrest K.Y. Williams A.M. Leeds M.J. Robare J.F. Bechard T.J. Patterns and...