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Tip Pinch:
The Tip Pinch strength test is performed per the protocol outlined in published research (see ODES CD
for abstracts) with a Pinch Dynamometer. This Pinch Grip dynamometer measures strength in the tip (tip-
to-tip) pinch position of both the right and left hands.
Click Tip to perform a Tip Pinch Grip Test.
The Tip Pinch Grip screen has two grids for real-time graphs of the left and right hand strength curves.
Each grid contains three reference lines that represent the normal values as well as upper and lower
limits for the client, based on their age, gender and hand dominance. This information is obtained
through the information the evaluator provides in the Client Information screen of ODES. The correct
gender, date of birth and hand dominance of the client must
be entered when performing these tests to
ensure accurate and complete data analysis.
Instruct the client to hold the Pinch Grip device between the thumb tip and the tip of the index finger as
shown below.
The client should optimally be in a seated position as follows:
Both feet flat on the floor
Upper arm next to body
Elbow flexed at 90 degrees
Hand & forearm in slight shoulder internal rotation (toward the centre front of the torso)
Forearm should not be resting on any surface while pinching
Click Start Test to start the Tip Pinch Grip Test.