Grip Strength
Ted Dawson, Xiaobo Mao, Ramhari Kumbhar, Hanseok Ko, Valina L. Dawson
Published: 2024-03-15 DOI: 10.17504/protocols.io.3byl4qmoovo5/v1
Abstract
Use to measure rodent grip strength
Steps
1.
Set up grip strength meter on table.
2.
Hold the mouse gently by the tail, and place either its forepaws or all paws on the grip strength grid.
3.
Gently pull the mouse back until it releases its grasp.
4.
Record the maximum holding force displayed on the grip strength meter.