If someone asked you to predict your risk of falling, you’d probably think about balance or maybe your eyesight. But what if the answer was as simple as how strong your handshake is? The grip strength test has quietly become one of the most powerful indicators of overall health (and especially fall risk) for adults over 50.
Researchers consistently find that weaker grip strength is strongly linked to a higher likelihood of falls and injuries. In some cases, when combined with other factors like slow walking speed, fall risk can more than double. That’s why many healthcare providers now consider grip strength a “vital sign” for aging. Here’s what you need to know about
