Reliability of maximal grip strength measurements and grip strength recovery following a stroke.

Study Design: Clinical measurement.

Purpose: The test-retest reliability of maximal grip strength measurements (MGSM) is examined in subjects for 12 weeks post-stroke together with maximal grip strength recovery and the maximal-grip and upper-extremity strength measurements' relationship with capacity and performance test scores.

Methods: A Jamar dynamometer and the Motricity Index (MI) were used for strength measurements.