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Grip Strength and Hand Health

Jun 02, 2022
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Hand Grip Strength: A Surprising Predictor of Health

Hand grip strength is a valuable measurement that can be used to assess an individual’s overall health and risk of certain diseases. It correlates with bone density, mobility, quality of life, blood pressure, cognitive decline, risk of cardiovascular disease, death, and more. Testing is best performed with a handheld dynamometer such as the Handexer™ Hand Dynamometer.

May 29, 2022
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Your Grip Strength, Your Health Strength

A firm grip strength can prevent you from cardiovascular diseases & allow healthy aging. Improve your grip strength & use a handheld dynamometer to measure it.

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May 24, 2022
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Could Working From Home Be Hurting You?

Early symptoms of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome may be affecting those working from home. Handexer’s affordable hand dynamometer can help diagnose CTS warning signs.

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May 24, 2022
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Clinical Use of Hand Grip Strength to Determine Fall Risk

Measuring hand grip strength may be the key to preventing falls. Falls are a leading cause for injury and death in older populations. Muscle weakness is a main reason that falls occur, with hand grip weakness being directly correlated to higher fall risk. Measuring hand grip strength via a hand dynamometer is a simple and reliable tool for healthcare providers and individuals at home. These measures will help in identifying and reducing fall risk.

May 23, 2022
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Digital Hand Dynamometers for Physical and Occupational Therapy

The prevalence of hand grip dynamometers in physical therapy settings is continuously rising. In this article we will look at why physical therapy professionals are using digital hand dynamometers, which health conditions should be tracked with a dynamometer and who may need a hand grip test from their therapist.

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Apr 01, 2022
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Top 3 Isometric Exercises to Improve Hand Grip Strength

Isometric hand grip exercises are a crucial part of many rehabilitation exercises and an essential part of various sports requiring static strength. Read more.

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Mar 17, 2022
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Digital Hand Dynamometers vs. Hydraulic Hand Dynamometers - Comparison of Features and Benefits

While hydraulic hand dynamometers have existed for quite some time, digital hand dynamometers are relatively new to the marketplace. When looking for a dynamometer to buy, many people may ask: Which grip strength tool is best for measuring grip strength and which type of device is best for me? In this article...

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Mar 11, 2022
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The Easiest Way to Measure Grip Strength

Grip strength is a measure of forearm muscular strength. People seek to measure, test and improve their grip strength for performing simple daily tasks.

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