Upper Extremity Functioning in Individuals with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Comparative Study

Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the upper extremity functions individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus and compare them those healthy subjects. Methods: Thirty six diabetic participants (mean age: 55.05±5.85 years; 21 female, 15 male) thirty 53.52±7.74 20 16 were evaluated in study. A hand dynamometer used examine grip strength participants. Upper extremities endurance by using Unsupported Limb Exercise Test (UULEX). Disabilities Arm Shoulder Hand (DASH-T) determine disability level. Results: Diabetic showed lower scores terms (p<0.05). Moreover, level diabetics found higher than controls No significant difference between two groups (p>0.05) Conclusion: In mellitus, there is a decrease an increase