Active Force Dynamometry

 

Objective Measurement. Better Decisions. Better Outcomes.

At The Physiotherapy Place, we believe the best treatment starts with the most accurate assessment possible.

That’s why we use Active Force Dynamometry in both of our clinics — allowing us to measure strength and range of motion objectively, with a level of precision that simply isn’t possible by visual assessment alone.

Why Accurate Measurement Matters

Many injuries and pain conditions are influenced by subtle strength deficits, imbalances, or movement restrictions.

By eye, these can be:

  • Easy to miss

  • Hard to quantify

  • Difficult to track over time

Objective measurement gives us real data, not assumptions — helping guide diagnosis, treatment planning, and return-to-activity decisions.

What Is an Active Force Dynamometer?

An Active Force Dynamometer is a specialised assessment tool used by physiotherapists to accurately measure:

  • Muscle strength (force output)

  • Side-to-side differences

  • Range of motion

  • Progress over time

Rather than relying on estimation or manual resistance, the dynamometer provides precise, repeatable measurements that can be recorded and compared.

What This Means for Your Assessment

More Than “Looks Strong” or “Seems Better”

Using Active Force Dynamometry allows us to:

✔ Quantify strength accurately
✔ Identify hidden weaknesses or asymmetries
✔ Confirm whether an injury has truly recovered
✔ Track progress objectively between sessions
✔ Make safer return-to-work or return-to-sport decisions

This data-driven approach removes guesswork and improves confidence — for both therapist and patient.

How We Use It in Practice

Active Force Dynamometry may be used during:

  • Initial injury assessments

  • Chronic or recurring pain investigations

  • Post-injury or post-surgery rehabilitation

  • Return-to-sport or high-demand activity testing

It complements hands-on assessment and movement analysis — it doesn’t replace them.

Why We’ve Invested in This Technology

We’ve introduced Active Force Dynamometry across both of our clinics because we believe:

  • Precision leads to better clinical decisions

  • Objective data improves treatment planning

  • Measurable progress keeps rehabilitation on track

It allows us to deliver a higher standard of physiotherapy care — especially when accuracy matters.

What Patients Tell Us

Patients often find objective measurements reassuring.
Seeing clear data helps answer questions like:

  • Am I actually getting stronger?

  • Is one side still weaker than the other?

  • Am I ready to return to full activity?

The numbers provide clarity, motivation, and confidence.

Our Approach: Technology + Clinical Expertise

While technology is powerful, it’s how it’s used that matters.

Active Force Dynamometry is always:

  • Interpreted by an experienced physiotherapist

  • Considered alongside symptoms and movement quality

  • Used to guide — not dictate — treatment decisions

Data supports good clinical reasoning; it doesn’t replace it.

Want a More Accurate Assessment?

If you value a thorough, evidence-based approach to your care, Active Force Dynamometry can be a valuable part of your physiotherapy assessment.

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📍 Available at both clinic locations
🧠 Detailed assessment • Objective measurement • Clear plan