Verification of grip strength as an evaluation tool for locomotive syndrome in rheumatoid arthritis.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

Locomotive syndrome (LS) leads to reduced physical function and a high risk of becoming bedridden. Grip strength serves as an indicator of upper limb and overall physical function. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients with reduced grip strength frequently show finger and wrist joint inflammation. The purpose of this study was to verify grip strength as an evaluation tool for physical function and LS in RA patients.

Methods

As part of an ongoing multicenter observational study, 591 consecutive RA patients whose background information was available, including data for the 25-question Geriatric Locomotive Function Scale (GLFS-25) and grip strength, were examined. LS was defined as a GLFS-25 score ≥ 16 points. Finger and wrist joint inflammation were defined as tender o

SUBMITTER: Sobue Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11471095 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature