OBJECTIVE STRENGTH TESTING FOR ACTIVE ADULTS & ATHLETES
Data-driven rehabilitation and return-to-sport testing designed to measure progress and guide recovery with confidence.
At FST Physical Therapy, advanced dynamometer testing is used to objectively measure strength, identify deficits, and guide rehabilitation for active adults and youth athletes.
Using VALD Performance technology, treatment decisions are based on real data, not guesswork.
WHAT IS VALD PERFORMANCE?
ADVANCED OBJECTIVE PERFORMANCE TESTING
Dynamometer strength testing measures muscle force output with precision and consistency, allowing us to objectively evaluate strength, asymmetries, and recovery progress throughout rehabilitation.
Instead of relying only on pain levels or subjective testing, VALD Performance technology provides measurable data to help determine:
- Strength deficits
- Side-to-side imbalances
- Readiness for return to sport
- Rehabilitation progress
- Ongoing performance limitations
At FST Physical Therapy, this technology helps active adults and athletes recover smarter and return to activity with greater confidence.
WHY OBJECTIVE TESTING MATTERS
DATA-DRIVEN REHABILITATION
Pain alone is not always an accurate indicator of recovery.
Many athletes and active adults return to activity before strength and tissue capacity are fully restored, which often increases the risk of reinjury.
Objective strength testing allows us to:
- Quantify deficits
- Track progress over time
- Identify compensation patters
- Guide exercise progressions
- Make more informed return-to-sport decisions
This creates a more individualized and performance-focused rehabilitation process.
RETURN TO SPORT REHABILITATION
CONFIDENCE BACKED BY DATA
Returning to activity too early is one of the biggest contributors to reinjury. Objective testing helps determine whether an athlete is truly ready to return to:
- Sport
- Lifting
- Running
- Jumping
- Cutting
Rather than relying on timelines alone, rehabilitation is guided by measurable strength and functional performance.
This is especially important following:
- ACL reconstruction
- Meniscus repair
- Shoulder surgeries
- Chronic overuse injuries
FAQ
Dynamometer testing measures muscle force production and strength output in specific muscle groups and movement patterns.
No. While commonly used for athletes and return-to-sport rehab, objective testing is also valuable for active adults recovering from injury or surgery.
Objective testing can help identify persistent strength deficits and asymmetries that may increase reinjury risk if not addressed appropriately.
Testing frequency depends on the condition, goals, and stage of rehabilitation. Measurements are commonly repeated throughout rehab to track progress objectively.
