A basic hand-grip test has proven to be a reliable tool to monitor the decline of patients with Parkinson's diseases, say investigators. UBC researchers Jenn Jakobi and Gareth Jones, both Health and ...

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 ...

A simple grip test can offer an early clue to your health — and whether your body is aging as it should.

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 weak hand grip, as an indicator of diminished muscular strength, may be linked with early death, illness or disability, Canadian researchers say. The firmness of a person's grip could be a better ...

It's easy to think that measuring your health and fitness can only be done using costly devices like Oura rings, Fitbits and smartwatches. However, you don't need a complicated tool or eye-wateringly ...

UBC researchers Jenn Jakobi and Gareth Jones, both Health and Exercise Sciences professors at UBC's Okanagan campus, recently completed a study that examined the methods used to monitor the ...