Re: Research

[Dale and Lisa]

I have always wondered if we can come up with some realistic equation to figure out strength of dominant hand to non-dom. hand.  This would be useful in hand rehab to set an objective goal for grip strength.  It would have to work both ways:  Example:  Mr. Jones injured his right (dom) hand and has had reconstruction of digits 1-5.  In his left (non-dom) hand, his grip strength measures 100 pounds.  What can we say his maximum grip (if not injured) of his right hand would be?   I come across this scenario many times in my hand clinic.  I work with coal miners who experience crush injuries to the hands each week.  I have good success in returning grip strength, however it would be great to have a concrete formula to use.  In a very unofficial clinic study of non-injured individuals, we came to the conclusion this number is close to 96%.  A standard sure would be helpful! Lisa Castilla, MS, OTR ----- Original Message ----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, June 16, 2001 12:20 PM Subject: Research All you OT's out there, what are some areas of occupational therapy that need to be researched or studied in depth.  We all have thought at one point or another during our line of work, "I wonder if there has been research on this, or what percentage of the time does this occur?"  I would appreciate a list or some brief input.  We want our profession to constantly keep in tune with changes and what thoughts are out there. Thanks.   Sam