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Abstract
A total of 128 subjects (55 males, 73 females) were examined for isometric handgrip and fingerpinch strength using a Vigorimeter®, a simple hand-held dynamometer, suitable for everyday medical and physiotherapy practice. Preliminary age- and sex-specific data are presented together with data for the difference between the strongest and weakest hands. A statistically significant age-related reduction in handgrip strength was found for the males but not for the females. For fingerpinch strength, there were only minor, non-significant changes with age. Basic facts concerning strength and strength measurement are discussed.