The scenario is common. An elderly person seems to be in good health until one day they suffer a fall and from then on their quality of life begins to deteriorate. Even if there are no serious ...

Once you cross the 65 mark, a simple trip or a slip isn’t just a bit of an embarrassment; it’s a serious health risk that can ...

Falls are a major cause of injury-related deaths among older adults worldwide, but middle-aged individuals are not immune. Early detection of balance issues can significantly reduce the risk of ...

What if you could easily test the strength of your bones and muscle functionality at home, instead of undergoing expensive tests at the doctor’s office? Researchers from the Mayo Clinic have developed ...

The way aging is assessed is undergoing a shift as researchers uncover a simple but revealing physical test. Traditional fitness measures such as endurance and strength have long been used to evaluate ...