Handgrip strength measurement protocols in individuals with Down syndrome: a systematic review and meta-regression.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Handgrip strength (HGS) serves as a robust predictor of overall strength across various populations, including individuals with Down Syndrome (DS).

Objective

To analyze the HGS measurement protocols used in studies involving individuals with DS.

Methods

Primary sources were sourced from six databases: PubMed, Scopus, Ovid, Embase, ERIC, and Web of Science, spanning from inception to 23rd December 2023. Inclusion criteria focused on individuals with DS, compared with control groups, and examined HGS measurement protocols and outcomes. Meta-regression was utilized to assess bias associated with HGS values concerning different measurement protocols.

Results

Out of 29 studies involving 1816 participants, most controlled for body position (65%), arm posit

SUBMITTER: Melo GLR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11755743 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature