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 ...

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 ...

A new study published in the journal PLoS One found that a simple balance test is a strong indicator of age-related decline. Researchers at Mayo Clinic evaluated grip and knee strength, double- and ...

Health experts say struggling with a simple 10-second balance test at home may indicate increased fall risk and other health ...