Hand Held Dynamometer: Quad & Lower Extremity Muscles

We look at alternative ways to test max strength of various lower extremity muscles. Dr. LeMoine breaks down the current research and demonstrates the set up when using a hand held dynamometer for the LE in the clinic. He explains how it compares to the gold standard and stresses the importance of using it with all patients.

References:

• Diagnostic Accuracy of Handheld Dynamometry and 1-Repetition-Maximum Tests for Identifying Meaningful Quadriceps Strength Asymmetries

• Hip Strength Deficits in People With Symptomatic Knee Osteoarthritis: A Systematic Review With Meta-analysis

• Persons With Chronic Hip Joint Pain Exhibit Reduced Hip Muscle Strength