Research Studies & Clinical Validation
Use of microFET2 in Barth Syndrome Clinical Research
This FDA-reviewed clinical program evaluated elamipretide for Barth syndrome, using handheld dynamometry to objectively measure muscle strength. The study demonstrated the value of quantitative strength assessment for evaluating functional changes. The Hoggan Scientific MicroFET 2 provides a portable, reliable method for measuring isometric muscle strength in clinical research and patient assessment.
https://www.fda.gov/media/182553/download
Adoption of Handheld Dynamometry
This study documents the rapid adoption of hand-held dynamometry for objectively quantifying muscle strength, identifying 347 research articles using the technology through 2000. The findings support HHD as a practical, portable assessment tool—like Hoggan Scientific’s MicroFET 2—for measuring muscle performance in clinical and research settings.
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/389706824_Adoption_of_Hand-Held_Dynamometry
Intra-Rater Reliability and Construct Validity of Hand-Held Dynamometry to Evaluate the Hip Adductor Squeeze Test in Elite Youth Football Players
This study found hand-held dynamometry to be a reliable and valid method for measuring hip adductor strength in elite youth football players. The findings support Hoggan Scientific’s MicroFET 2 as a portable, objective tool for strength assessment, injury prevention, and rehabilitation monitoring.
https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4663/14/2/53
RELIABILITY AND VALIDITY OF THREE STRENGTH MEASURES OBTAINED FROM COMMUNITY-DWELLING ELDERLY PERSONS
This study evaluated handheld dynamometry for measuring muscle strength, demonstrating its clinical utility and reliability. Hoggan Scientific’s MicroFET 2 provides objective, portable strength assessment for clinical evaluation and rehabilitation.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16095431/
Test-retest strength reliability: Hand-held dynamometry in community-dwelling elderly fallers
This study examined handheld dynamometry for assessing muscle strength, supporting its use as a reliable quantitative measure. Hoggan Scientific’s MicroFET 2 enables portable, objective strength measurement in clinical practice.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0003999302325097
Reliability intra and inter-rater of a handheld dynamometer in COPD patients
This study found smoking at lung cancer surgery significantly increased perioperative complications, underscoring the importance of objective preoperative assessment. Hoggan’s MicroFET 2 supports quantitative muscle-strength evaluation in clinical assessment and rehabilitation.
https://erj.ersjournals.com/content/50/suppl_61/PA2518
Reliability of hand-held dynamometer in measuring gluteus medius isometric muscle strength in healthy population
This study found handheld dynamometry highly reliable for measuring gluteus medius strength, supporting the MicroFET 2 as an objective, convenient tool for clinical assessment and research.
https://pjms.org.pk/index.php/pjms/article/view/5207
HAND-HELD DYNAMOMETER POSITIONING IMPACTS DISCOMFORT DURING QUADRICEPS STRENGTH TESTING: A VALIDITY AND RELIABILITY STUDY
Using the Hoggan Scientific MicroFET 2, this study found modified handheld dynamometry provided valid, reliable, and more comfortable quadriceps strength measurements.
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4325289/
Reliability and validity of measurements of cervical retraction strength obtained with a hand-held dynamometer
Using the MicroFET II, this study found handheld dynamometry provided reliable, valid measurements of cervical retraction strength, supporting objective neck-strength assessment in clinical practice.
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7025686/
Validity and Reliability of Handheld Dynametric Strength Assessment of Hip Extensor and Abductor Muscles
https://journals.healio.com/doi/10.3928/19425864-20101221-04
Intrarater reliability of hand held dynamometry in measuring lower extremity isometric strength using a portable stabilization device
https://www.mskscienceandpractice.com/article/S1356-689X(16)30689-0/pdf
Hand-held dynamometry for assessment of muscle strength in patients with inflammatory myopathies
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33026081/
Assessment of Lower Limb Muscle Strength and Power Using Hand-Held and Fixed Dynamometry: A Reliability and Validity Study
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26509265/
Motor assessment using the NIH Toolbox
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3662336/
Reliability of lower extremity muscle strength measurements with handheld dynamometry in stroke patients during the acute phase: a pilot reliability study
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5332996/
Intrarater reliability of hand held dynamometry in measuring lower extremity isometric strength using a portable stabilization device
https://www.mskscienceandpractice.com/article/S1356-689X(16)30689-0/pdf
Effects on Neuromuscular Function After Ischemic Compression in Latent Trigger Points in the Gastrocnemius Muscles: A Randomized Within-Participant Clinical Trial
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33431281/
Relationships and Patterns of Variation in the Strength of Finger and Wrist Flexor Muscle Groups and the Identification of Simulated Paralysis
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12131081/
Handheld Dynamometer for Hamstring Strength Test Using Two Different Hand Placements/Methods: An Interrater Reliability Study
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11651756/
Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy for Mild‐to‐Moderate Knee Osteoarthritis: A Double‐Blind, Randomized, Placebo‐Controlled Clinical Trial
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12834700/
Effect of cervical traction on cervicogenic headache in patients with cervical radiculopathy: a preliminary randomized controlled trial
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39448969/
Robotic technology (ROBERT®) to enhance muscle strength in the hip flexor muscles following spinal cord injury: a feasibility study
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38600074/
Effects of a hand training programme in five patients with myotonic dystrophy type 1
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15962697/
Adherence to Home-Based Rehabilitation in Older Adults With Diabetes After Hip Fracture