Finding the Fair-ly Normal Grip

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This cross-sectional study collects normative grip strength data from a wide sample at the Minnesota State Fair using the Dinomometer. Demographic and anthropometric information will be recorded, and grip strength measurements will be taken in a standardized seated position. The goal is to establish reference values to inform clinical benchmarks for pediatric and general hand therapy practice. Participation takes about 10-15 minutes per person, with no follow-up required, and informed consent is obtained from guardians for minors. Data are collected at a designated booth and stored without personal identifiers.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Children between the ages of 2-12 year old who demonstrate participation interest and provide informed consent and assent (when appropriate).

Exclusion Criteria:

* Presence of a known musculoskeletal, neurological, or neuromuscular condition affecting upper limb strength or function (including, but not limited to, cerebral palsy, brachial plexus injury, muscular dystrophy, etc.)
* Diagnosis of a systemic condition affecting the musculoskeletal or nervous system
* Previous hand, wrist, or upper limb surgery
* History of hand, wrist, or upper limb trauma
* Current pain in either hand or upper limb
* Persons unable to follow standardized commands when presented to them in English

Where it's running

• UOM State Fair- 1367 Cosgrove Street, Falcon Heights
  Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Corey McGee, PhD, MS, OTR/L, CHT, FAOTA — University of Minnesota
• Study coordinator: Corey McGee, PhD, MS, OTR/L, CHT, FAOTA
• Email: mcge0062@umn.edu
• Phone: 612-626-5645

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.