Accurate evaluation – Focused rehabilitation

Isokinetic Dynamometry Evaluation

Isokinetic evaluation is a current and highly accurate test that measures muscle strength, endurance and muscle imbalances with a special dynamometer that controls movement at a constant speed, ensuring reliable and objective measurements. This identifies muscle weaknesses that are not easily visible, contributing to the correct planning of rehabilitation.

Medical supervision – Reliable results

At Diaplasis Rehabilitation Center, in Kalamata, we integrate isokinetic dynamometry evaluation into the overall clinical evaluation plan, aiming at a safer rehabilitation program.
The test is performed under the Physiatrist’s the supervision in collaboration with the interdisciplinary rehabilitation team, ensuring:

  • reliable results
  • accurate clinical interpretation
  • personalized therapeutic planning

The generating data is used for:

  • personalized rehabilitation program planning
  • objective progress monitoring
  • safe reintegration into everyday life and physical activities

When is Isokinetic dynamometry testing required

Isokinetic evaluation is particularly useful in:

  • Orthopedic conditions
  • Post-operative rehabilitation
  • Sports related injuries
  • cases where accurate assessment of muscle performance and muscle imbalances are required

Benefits of isokinetic dynamometry evaluation

According to the international bibliography, the use of these measurements contributes substantially to:

  • reducing the risk of injury recurrence
  • optimizing rehabilitation
  • improving functional safety
  • reintegrating to activity safely

Biodex System Pro 4 – Cutting-edge Technology

Here at Diaplasis, we use the Biodex System Pro 4, a state-of-the-art robotic isokinetic dynamometer, which offers accurate and objective data for the rehabilitation of patients and athletes.

Its use ensures:

  • Safe and fast rehabilitation
  • Maximum functional recovery
  • Performance improvement

Frequently Asked Questions

It is often used before, during or after rehabilitation, especially in orthopedic or sports related injuries.

It is usually applied to the knee, hip, shoulder and ankle, but also to other joints depending on the clinical necessity.

Usually no special preparation is required. Wearing comfortable clothes is recommended as well as providing the team with information concerning recent injuries or surgeries.

The duration depends on the area being examined, but usually it lasts from 30 to 60 minutes.