Projects

Nutritional assessments for children with chronic kidney disease (CKD) often miss the crucial aspect of muscle strength, which impacts physical activity and quality of life. Hand grip strength measurement is a simple, objective method to assess muscle function. However, data on maximum voluntary contraction and muscle endurance, particularly from under-resourced countries, is limited. This study aims to evaluate hand grip strength in CKD-affected children and its link to their quality of life.