Experts say gait speed, grip strength, balance, and endurance are some of the strongest predictors of long-term independence.

Munich’s architectural landmarks. Experience the Museum’s "Silver Bowl" that guides visitors through a spiral of engineering ...

A new analysis suggests that physical frailty serves as a robust warning sign for cognitive decline in later life.

I don’t need or want to take up two seats on the train. I just need more freedom and choice within any space that I occupy. Man-spreading: you’ve probably heard that phrase. It’s currently being ...

Rajeev Dhir is a writer with 10+ years of experience as a journalist with a background in broadcast, print, and digital newsrooms. Vikki Velasquez is a researcher and writer who has managed, ...

Leggett & Platt, Incorporated designs, manufactures, and sells engineered components and products in the United States, Europe, China, Canada, Mexico, and internationally. The company offers steel rod ...

The length of time for which you can balance on one leg may be an important indicator of how well you’re aging, a study finds. Researchers from the Mayo Clinic found that how long a person can stand ...

Sameena M. Zahoor, MD, is a practicing family medicine specialist at Village Medical. She also volunteers at the Hope Clinic, which provides free primary medical care to uninsured and under-insured ...

Lifting heavy weights is not the only way to get stronger. Especially as you get older, it's important to choose exercise modalities that strengthen your muscles without putting too much pressure on ...

Katrina Carter, DPT, FNS, is a licensed travel physical therapist. She specializes in orthopedics and has a passion for providing education on nutrition for healing and overall health and wellness.

Arterial and venous ulcers are two kinds of open sores found on the body. They can form on the lower extremities, such as the legs and feet. Arterial ulcers develop as a result of damage to the ...