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Grip strength naturally declines over time, but age-adjusted reference ranges help distinguish normal aging from potential ...

This month we’ve learned that every type of grip is a bit different. We’ve worked on crush grip, support grip, pinch grip and open hand grip. Now let’s look at something that’s a bit of an oddball: ...

Better hand grip strength may be associated with cardiac functions and structures that help reduce the risk of cardiovascular incidents, according to a new study. Better hand grip strength may be ...

Understanding and maintaining physical well-being is essential for high quality of life, and grip strength is a surprisingly insightful measure of overall health that can provide valuable insight.