A large study of older women suggests that something as simple as grip strength may reveal who is more likely to live longer — independent of how much they exercise.

Handgrip strength test: simple squeeze predicts muscle, heart health, ageing, and cardiovascular risk.

Want to know how healthy you are? There’s one health metric experts can look to for hints about everything from your cardiovascular risks to your brain health and even your risk of dying by any cause: ...

Studies have found poor grip strength is associated with greater risk of cognitive decline, with neurologist Dr Bing explaining how a simple test offers a 'window' into brain health ...

Your grip does more than help you carry groceries or open jars. Research suggests that grip strength serves as a key health indicator, revealing insights into physical fitness, cognitive function, and ...

Hand grip strength has become a reliable indicator of health, especially in older adults. Among other associations, a new study finds that low hand grip strength was linked to osteoporosis in women ...

An annual trip to your primary care doctor's office starts with an assessment of your vital signs: heart rate, blood pressure, respiratory rate, oxygen level and temperature. It will also include ...

Adam Taylor is a professor and director of the Clinical Anatomy Learning Centre at Lancaster University. This story originally featured on The Conversation. The human hand is remarkable. Not only does ...

Muscle strength declines rapidly during adulthood but is essential if patients are to maintain their health and independence. This is especially pertinent because by 2050, women ages 75 and older will ...

You might not realize it, but understanding how to build grip strength—the force in your hands and lower arms—is vital for day-to-day life. Whether you’re lifting weights, hefting a tennis racket, or ...