The use of isokinetic dynamometers with older adults extends far beyond orthopedics, but the reliability and responsiveness of isokinetic measures in conditions like COPD and stroke are still being ...

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 ...

Older women with higher grip strength had a significantly lower risk of death, even after accounting for activity levels, fitness, inflammation, and body composition.