Biodex is used for post-surgical knee or shoulder patients so they can safely regain flexibility and strength in a shorter amount of time. The Biodex device has the latest auto-programming and accuracy reporting technology. It allows patients to iso-kinetically test and train with isolated joints and surrounding muscles while reducing pain during movement. It’s only one of several components that make up physical therapy treatment.
What are some benefits of the BIODEX ?
According to BIODEX®, some benefits that the BIODEX may offer you as part of your injury recovery plan are:
- Measure all the parameters (including acceleration and deceleration) that define muscle functional performance
- Decrease joint effusion
- Increase range of motion
- Improve healing of the articular cartilage and soft tissues
- Reduce risk of re-injury (especially athletes)
- Offer appropriate strengthening protocols for knees and shoulders
- Safe and effective strengthening after injury or surgery
- Determines readiness to return to sport or job
- Provides your attending therapist with an objective report including
- comparison of strength to the non-injured side
What type of problems may be suitable for the BIODEX?
While the BIODEX® can be used in various clinical situations, the most common utilizations have been for the following:
- Post Shoulder Surgery
- Post Knee Surgery
- Chronic Rotator Cuff
- Frozen Shoulder
- Chondromalacia Patella Syndrome
- Osteoarthritic Knee Pain
- Industrial Injury Rehab (Gripping, Twisting, etc.)