As part of community health screenings, the grip strength of 113 independently ambulatory women (M age = 75.2 ± 7.3 yr.) was measured. Norms derived from the measurements are presented and compared with (a) norms reported for similar procedures about 20 years ago and (b) values for disabled women.
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