Grip Strength and Cognitive Abilities: Associations in Old Age

Discussion:
A rather stable connection was found between grip strength and cognitive abilities starting around 65 years of age. The starting period suggests that the association may be due to lifestyle changes, such as retirement, or to acceleration of the aging processes.

Source: Journals of Gerontology: Series B Psychological Sciences and Social Sciences - August 11, 2016 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Sternäng, O., Reynolds, C. A., Finkel, D., Ernsth-Bravell, M., Pedersen, N. L., Dahl Aslan, A. K. Tags: Original Research Report Source Type: research