In a message dated 5/11/2005 7:29:50 PM Central Standard Time, 
jbrit...@cc.nakamura-u.ac.jp writes:
I have been searching for several years for a simple, high-quality 
hand-held device enabling an independent researcher to conduct 
self-checks of muscle strength.
Sol -- this is a perfect example why searching the archives is a very 
difficult task.  Especially for someone new to the group.  Especially for 
someone who 
is in desperate trouble.        MA