As with muscle strength in general, grip strength naturally declines with age, “reflecting changes in muscle mass, neural ...

A simple test such as the strength of your handgrip could be used as a quick, low-cost screening tool to help healthcare professionals identify patients at risk of type 2 diabetes. A simple test such ...

Low handgrip strength has been linked to various health conditions – and not just among older people. Struggling to open jars or carry bags, even as a younger adult, may indicate a heart or lung issue ...

Muscle strength is a powerful predictor of mortality that can quickly and inexpensively be assessed by measuring handgrip strength. In a new study, researchers developed cut-off points that apply to ...

Handgrip strength is inversely linked to the incidence of age-related macular degeneration, according to a study published ...

Grip strength is associated with a range of health outcomes, from type 2 diabetes to depression. Here’s how to check yours. In a world of technologically-driven longevity clinics with their ...

AMD is a serious eye condition that mostly affects older people and is a leading cause of vision loss in people over 50. It ...

In a systematic review, an international research team gathered handgrip strength data from 100 observational studies comprising 2.4 million adults from 69 countries aged between 20 and 100+ years.

A quick handgrip test could do more than measure muscle power; it might predict who’s most at risk of obesity-related diseases long before symptoms appear. Study: Handgrip Strength and Trajectories of ...

Weaker handgrip strength is linked to higher AMD incidence, with a stronger association observed in women compared to men. The study used UK Biobank data, excluding participants under 50 or with ...