[Effects of a group exercise program on handgrip strength of elderly women with low bone mass].

Objectives: To evaluate the effects of an exercise program on handgrip strength (HS) in elderly women with low bone mass.

Subjects And Methods: Thirty-six elderly women were randomized to the intervention group - GI (n = 18) and control group - GC (n = 18). Participants were evaluated by means of a HS test, using a handgrip dynamometer.

Association between lean mass and handgrip strength with bone mineral density in physically active postmenopausal women.

The present study evaluated 117 physically active postmenopausal women (67.8+/-7.0yr) who performed neuromotor physical tests (strength, balance, and mobility).