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Simple Physical Function Tests May Reveal Hidden Stroke Risk
New research using UK Biobank data suggests that low muscle strength, muscle loss, and slower walking pace are all associated with higher stroke risk, raising the possibility that routine physical function checks could i
Key Takeaways
- Researchers analyzed data from more than 480,000 adults in the UK Biobank.
- Low muscle strength, weaker grip, and slower walking pace were all associated with higher stroke risk.
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