The Isokinetic test

Strength and muscular endurance can be measured extremely accurately through the use of an isokinetic machine. The data from these tests can then be used to plan rehabilitation activities for a patient.

These devices are particularly effective at measuring the strength of the muscles that govern the movements of joints most frequently injured, such as the shoulder, knee and ankle.

The isokinetic test is always performed by comparing both limbs. This allows for quantifying the deficit in percentage terms. The test is always performed by comparing the results from both limbs. This allows us to quantify the deficit as a percentage of original strength and providing us with a clear goal. Control tests are scheduled to measure the progress towards 100% recovery, which is considered a prerequisite for returning to sport. Ensuring muscles have their original strength and tone restored is also a crucial component of re-injury prevention.