Muscle strength

What does "Muscle strength" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

Muscle strength refers to the amount of force a muscle or group of muscles can exert against resistance. It's like how much weight you can lift or how hard you can push something heavy. It's important for everyday activities like walking, lifting objects, and even maintaining good posture. Doctors often measure muscle strength to check for any muscle weakness, which could be a sign of certain medical conditions.

Confusing Medical Report?

BaluMed makes medicine understandable! Our extensive medical report explanation 'translates' complex medical terms from MRI findings and discharge summaries into easily understandable language. With a combination of artificial intelligence and medical expertise, we offer quickly available and reliable information.

  • Extensive. Summary, explanation per section, glossary.
  • Fast & Reliable. Doctor-reviewed, receive today.
  • Privacy. Documents are automatically anonymized.
  • Multilingual. English or German.