Pinch grip and penmanship: study probes link in School-Age children
NCT ID NCT07572474
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 14, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study looked at 100 children aged 9 to 11 to see if pinch grip strength is related to how well they write. Kids did a handwriting test and had their pinch strength measured with a special gauge. The goal was simply to understand the connection better, not to test any treatment.
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Study facts
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- Participants
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70 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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May 2023
- Finished
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May 2026
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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Who is studied
Children aged 9 to 10 years were recruited from primary schools in October 6 City, Giza Governorate, Egypt. The population includes both male and female children who are typically developing, without diagnosed neurological, developmental, or cognitive disorders that would affect hand function or handwriting ability.
- Ages
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9 to 10 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age between 9 and 10 years old * Both genders (male and female) * Able to understand and follow simple instructions (IQ level not less than 50) * No visual or auditory problems * Not taking special medications affecting mental functions Exclusion Criteria: * Children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) * Dysgraphia * Cognitive developmental disorder
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Faculty of Physical Therapy, October 6 University
Giza, Giza Governorate, 123, Egypt
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