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What is the hand grip strength test for frailty?

Handgrip strength is recognized as a vital indicator of overall health, and its decline is often associated with age-related conditions. A key application of this simple assessment is determining a person's risk for frailty, a state of increased vulnerability that can lead to adverse health outcomes.

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