Application of isokinetic extremity system in sport medicine and rehab practice

Abstract

The literature review discusses current trends in the isokinetic machines (IM) use for both training and diagnostic purposes. The review dwells upon a wide range of IM applications, testing and training results, and demonstrates the applied nature of the IM use. The review addresses the issues IM use in professional sports. We come to the conclusion about a wide range of IM applications in both research and clinical practice. Despite IM disadvantages (high cost, necessity of special staff training, test results variability depending on an IM model), IM is a powerful tool in a health care professional’s arsenal which provides a qualitative improvement of clinical practice.

Keywords

• isokinetic machine
• functional testing system
• rehabilitation
• training