A new study suggests that a little-known region deep in the brain could be crucial for preserving physical strength as we age ...

A major study of almost 4,500 older adults in China has revealed a significant connection between grip strength and cognitive function. The research suggests that how firmly older adults can squeeze ...

New brain imaging research shows grip strength is linked to activity deep in the aging brain, offering clues to early ...

There are the obvious signs of aging — such as wrinkles and gray hair — and then there are the less visible signs, such as a weaker grip. Beyond creating difficulty in opening jars, turning doorknobs ...

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 ...

The "enhanced paper grip test" validated by researchers from the Centre for Biomechanics and Rehabilitation Technologies (CBRT) at Staffordshire University involves pulling a small card from ...