Here's what a simple balance test says about your health.

Discover how a simple 10-second one-leg balance test can indicate a higher risk of early death in middle-aged and older adults. This video explains the research linking balance ability to longevity, ...

You're currently following this author! Want to unfollow? Unsubscribe via the link in your email. A simple balance test may help predict serious health issues for older adults, according to a study ...

For older adults, being able to balance briefly on one foot may predict how long they’ll live. People who failed a 10-second balance test of standing on one foot were nearly twice as likely to die in ...

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Perhaps you’ve already tried balancing on one leg during a routine as simple as brushing your teeth. If you can balance on one leg for at least 10 seconds, rejoice! Chances are, you will outlive many ...

You're twice as likely to die in the next decade if you're unable to balance on one foot for 10 seconds, according to a new study. Conversely, the study suggests that your ability to balance on one ...

Len Kaplan began having difficulty walking in a straight line when he was in his 50s. Scoliosis combined with compressed discs in his back were causing his balance to deteriorate. “Physical therapy, ...