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    • Sports Medicine
    • Biomechanics
    • Rehabilitation Science

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    • Muscle strength assessment is crucial for clinical evaluation and return-to-sport decisions.
    • Objective and reliable methods are needed to quantify dynamic muscle performance.
    • Isokinetic testing provides a standardized approach to measure strength throughout a joint's range of motion.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the utility of isokinetic strength testing in clinical practice.
    • To emphasize its role in diagnosing musculoskeletal conditions.
    • To establish its value in determining an athlete's readiness for competition after injury.

    Main Methods:

    • Isokinetic dynamometry involves testing muscle contractions at a constant angular velocity.
    • Measurements capture torque, power, and work across the entire range of motion.
    • Standardized protocols ensure reliability and comparability of results.

    Main Results:

    • Isokinetic testing provides objective, quantitative data on muscle function.
    • It allows for the identification of strength deficits and imbalances.
    • Results correlate with functional recovery and readiness for athletic activity.

    Conclusions:

    • Isokinetic strength testing is a valuable diagnostic tool in sports medicine.
    • It offers an objective benchmark for rehabilitation progress.
    • This method supports evidence-based decisions for athlete return to play.