García-Orza Santiago
Spain
Research Article
Relationship between DASH Questionnaire and Objective Variables in Carpometacarpal Joint Osteoarthritis
Author(s): Cantero-Téllez Raquel, Medina-Porqueres Ivan, Such-Sanz Arturo, García-Orza Santiago and Martín-Valero RocíoCantero-Téllez Raquel, Medina-Porqueres Ivan, Such-Sanz Arturo, García-Orza Santiago and Martín-Valero Rocío
Study background: Carpometacarpal joint osteoarthritis has an important functional consequence on Activity daily life. Pain, is the main reason for medical consultation described in the literature. Last years, outcomes based on self-report of function and patient satisfaction have become variables increasingly important for measurement improvement.
Objective: Determinate the relationship between subjective variables (pain and function) and pinch and grip force in patients suffering from carpometacarpal joint osteoarthritis.
Methods: Observational analytic design. Final sample consisted of 72 patients diagnosis of carpometacarpal joint osteoarthritis, grade 2/3 Eaton. Pain, Grip and pinch force were measured and compared to patient-report functional outcomes (DASH).
Results: For function, .. View More»
