Known clinically as hand grip strength (HGS), the grip test measures how firmly you can squeeze a handheld device called a dynamometer. At first glance, it may seem basic. Yet decades of research ...

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

A new study suggests that muscle strength, particularly grip strength, is associated with longevity and could offer a practical screening tool for aging-related risk.