Search for dissertations about: "grip rheumatoid"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 11 swedish dissertations containing the words grip rheumatoid.

  1. 1. Biomechanical studies of finger extension function. Analysis with a new force measuring device and ultrasound examination in rheumatoid arthritis and healhty muscles

    Author : Sofia Brorsson; Elena Gutierrez Farewik; Göteborgs universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Grip force; finger extension force; ultrasound; hand exercise; rheumatoid arthritis; muscle architecture; GAT; DASH; SF-36; Muscles;

    Abstract : Aims: The overall aim of this thesis was to further our understanding of extensor muscles and their role for hand function. The aims of the studies were: To develop and evaluate a new device for finger extensor force measurements. To evaluate ultrasound as a tool for assessment of muscle architecture. READ MORE

  2. 2. Hand function in rheumatoid arthritis

    Author : Berit Dellhag; Göteborgs universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Rheumatoid arthritis; hand function; test; precision grip; exercise; wax bath; activities of daily living; outcome; disability; longitudinal.;

    Abstract : Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is the most common chronic inflammatory rheumatic disease. Involvement of wrist and hand is a characteristic finding and occur at an early stage. Hand function is of great importance in performance of daily activities (ADL).Aims. READ MORE

  3. 3. Physical activity in rheumatoid arthritis

    Author : Eva Eurenius; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
    Keywords : Attitudes; body functions; disability; epidemiology; exercise test; general health perception; physical activity; physical therapy; rheumatoid arthritis;

    Abstract : Physical activity confers health benefits in the general population and should also be applied to people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). However, there is a need for more research in this area. READ MORE

  4. 4. Leisure Activities in Rheumatoid Arthritis. Associated Factors and Assessment

    Author : Ingegerd Wikström; Internmedicin - epidemiologi; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Leisure activities; assessments; validity; reumatologi; muskelsystem; Skelett; reliability; muscle system; rheumatoid arthritis; associated factors; predictors; quality of life; rheumatology locomotion; occupational therapy; Skeleton;

    Abstract : Leisure Activities in Rheumatoid Arthritis. Associated Factors and Assessment. Leisure activities were considered to give intrinsic pleasure, meaning and value to life already in ancient Greek. It was also performed for its own sake and not by consideration of any external rewards. READ MORE

  5. 5. Total wrist arthroplasty : A clinical, radiographic and biomechanical investigation

    Author : Marcus Sagerfors; Kurt Pettersson; Anil Gupta; Christer Sollerman; Örebro universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Wrist; Arthroplasty; Rheumatoid; Biomechanics; Functional outcome; Implant survival; Kirurgi; Surgery;

    Abstract : Aim: To study patient-related functional outcome measures, implant survival and radiographic loosening after total wrist arthroplasty (TWA) using four different implants. To evaluate a new TWA design biomechanically and clinically. READ MORE