Grip strength reflects disease activity in patients with RA
Study shows multiple joint tenderness contributes to poor hand function
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Reduced grip strength has been linked to increased disease activity and disability in patients with early rheumatoid arthritis.
Swedish researchers analysed data on a cohort of 225 patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) seen in the outpatient department of a hospital servicing the city of Malmo and followed for five years.