Isokinetic Dynamometry for External and Internal Rotation Shoulder Strength in Youth Athletes: A Scoping Review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Accurately measuring shoulder strength in overhead athletes is critical, as sufficient strength is essential for safe and sustained performance during repetitive athletic movements. Isokinetic dynamometry (ID) offers dynamic strength assessments that surpass the capabilities of static methods, such as manual muscle testing and handheld dynamometry. The dynamic assessment provided by ID may enhance upper extremity evaluation, aiding in the prediction of injury risk and the determination of return-to-sport criteria for overhead athletes.

Purpose

The purpose of this review was to examine the existing literature concerning the application of isokinetic shoulder strength testing in rehabilitation and clinical decision-making processes among youth athletes who perform r

SUBMITTER: Leahy I 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11611475 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature