Isokinetic Wrist Strength of Females with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Abstract

An experiment was conducted to determine isokinetic wrist flexion and extension strengths of females diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). Static strength measures were also documented. These values were compared to values from a matched control group. Results show a significant reduction in isokinetic wrist flexion force, grip and tip pinch strengths within the CTS group compared to the controls. Range of motion in wrist flexion also showed a significant decrement for the CTS group. Finally, regression models were developed to predict isokinetic strength based upon static measures.