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 ...

BOSTON - In addition to your weight and blood pressure, there is another vital sign that your doctor should measure at your next physical - your grip strength. The amount of force you can muster with ...

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

Grip strength can indicate heart health. A study links weaker grip to higher risks of heart issues. Grip strength is a better predictor than blood pressure. Test grip with a dynamometer or tennis ball ...

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.

(CNN) — A strong handshake generally makes a good first impression, but there is more to your grip than conveying confidence and trustworthiness. Science points to a stronger grip as an important key ...

In A Nutshell Women aged 63-99 with the strongest grip had a 33% lower risk of death over eight years compared to those with the weakest grip The survival benefits held even for women who didn’t meet ...