Shoulder Internal and External Rotator Strength Reliability and Validity in Healthy Adolescent Athletes [PDF]
International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy# Background Handheld dynamometry (HHD) has been recommended in return-to-play (RTP) assessments following shoulder injuries; however, variations in testing methods limits interpretation of results.
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Shoulder Internal and External Rotation Strength in Healthy Youth Athletes: A Comparison of Hand-Held Testing Positions versus Gold Standard Biodex Testing [PDF]
Orthopaedic Journal of Sports MedicineBackground: Objective assessment of strength is essential for recovery monitoring and clinical decision-making. However, assessment methods vary greatly among clinicians, particularly in the upper extremity [1].
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Reliability and Validity of Isometric Back Extensor Strength Measurements Using Hand-Held and Isokinetic Dynamometry in Sitting and Semi-Standing Positions [PDF]
Spine Surgery and Related ResearchIntroduction: The prone position is generally regarded as the standard posture for back extensor strength testing. However, some older adults may have difficulty assuming this position, making alternative approaches more clinically feasible.
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Biodex Balance Training Versus Conventional Balance Training for Children With Spastic Diplegia
Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences, 2017 Objective: The purpose of this study was to compare the effectiveness of balance training using the Biodex balance system and a conventional balance training programme on balance score and on gross motor skills of children with spastic diplegia. Methods:
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Biodex© Training Post-Stroke for Postural Stability in the Upper Trunk: A Pilot Study
South African Journal of Physiotherapy, 2020 Background: Stroke affects upper trunk postural stability and upper limb function in approximately 85% of stroke survivors. Upper trunk postural stability is essential for functioning of the upper limb and is a prerequisite for hand function.
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Medicina (Lithuania)Background and Objectives: Biodex System® is an advanced dynamometer used for testing various biomechanical parameters of muscles. Test outcomes allow for the identification of muscle pathology and consequently lead to a clinical diagnosis. Despite being
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Medicina (Lithuania), 2022 Background and Objectives: Following an injury, upper-body strength and proprioception training is typically suggested. To our understanding, no prior research has looked into the impact of balance training on upper-body strength and stability.
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Assessment of Elbow Proprioception with Inertial Measurement Units—Validity and Reliability Study [PDF]
SensorsBackground: Inertial measurement units (IMUs) represent a relatively new and promising method for motion analysis. Their main advantages include small size and portability, combined with the use of advanced technologies.
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Archives of Medical Science, 2021 Introduction Ankle instability is a common injury in athletes, affecting the quality of life, functional limitation, as well as static and dynamic balance. The aim of the study was to compare the efficacy of virtual reality and Biodex balance training in
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Reliability of hip muscle strength measured in principal and intermediate planes of movement [PDF]
PeerJ, 2021 Background Muscle strength testing is widely used in clinical and athletic populations. Commercially available dynamometers are designed to assess strength in three principal planes (sagittal, transverse, frontal).
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