Abstract

EFFECT OF EIGHT WEEKS STRENGTH TRAINING PROGRAM ON PINCHGRIP AMONG PATIENTS WITH DIABETIC NEUROPATHY

Manjula S.*, Dr. P. Senthil, Narmada G.

Abstract

Background of the Study: Elvis I. Agbonlahor, Ph. D. & Adebisi I. Hammed M. Sc. 2016 conducted research, which concluded that Pinch grip strength training improves hand function in diabetic neuropathy. Aim: The aim of the study was to assess the effect of eight weeks strength training program on pinch grip among patients with diabetic neuropathy. Objective • To assess the impact of strength training on pinch grip strength using a pinch gauge. • To assess the effect of the training program on overall grip strength of the individuals with diabetic neuropathy. Methodology: This study consist of 30 patients (both male and female) diagnosed with diabetic neuropathy and were divided into two groups: Group A (Experimental and Group B (control group) consisting of 15 samples each. Group A performed pinch grip strengthening exercises focused on improving pinch strength and Group B performed conventional exercise focused on pinch grip strength for a duration of 30 minutes, 5 times a week for 8 weeks. Outcome Measures: Grip, hand function, pinch grip strength. Result: The pre and post test values of Pinch gauge proved that there was a significant improvement in Pinch grip among diabetic neuropathy patients.

Keywords: Diabetic Neuropathy, Strength Training, Pinch Grip Strength, Grip Strength, Hand Function.