Reference values for the six-minute pegboard and ring test in young-middle aged healthy adults in Turkey
Year: 2024
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: Objectives: The aim of this study was to determine the reference values of the 6 Minute Pegboard and Ring Test (6PBRT) unsupported arm function exercise test in young and middle-aged healthy adults in Turkey and to correlate the results with arm length, dominant side arm and forearm circumference and physical activity level.Methods: Arm length, arm and forearm circumference, unsupported arm exercise capacity, physical activity level were evaluated. Results: A total of 132 participants (mean age= 33.59 ± 11.65 years), 88 women and 44 men, participated in the study. There were moderate, oppositeand significant (r=-0.402; p
Source: DergiPark (Istanbul University)
Language: English
Topic: Physical Activity and Health
Subfield: Physiology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W4407088674