Isokinetics

In this fully revised third edition of Isokinetics: Muscle Testing, Interpretation and Clinical Applications, a group of international experts cover the main developments that have taken place in the field of isokinetics in the last 20 years. Isokinetic dynamometry is well recognized as the standard in assessing muscular strength status and particularly its variation following intervention. Key features of this Third Edition; - New chapter on multiple joint isokinetic testing - New chapter on isokinetic reconditioning in the clinical setting - New chapter on isokinetics in neurological disorders - New chapter on isokinetics in neuromuscular diseases - New chapter on isokinetic testing and training in the elderly - New chapter on isokinetic testing in children Isokinetics Third Edition provides a wealth of essential information for those especially concerned with the assessment of muscle function due to disease or injury and its rehabilitation. This fully revised book is essential reading for orthopedic and sports physicians, neurologists, physical therapists, exercise physiologists and related professionals who will find the 3rd edition an important clinical reference for their effective practice.

Zeevi Dvir is professor emeritus at The Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, Tel Aviv University, Israel. He has published a number of books, numerous papers and has two patents, all relating to the various aspects of isokinetic dynamometry. Dr. Dvir is the Editor-in-Chief, Isokinetics and Exercise Science since 1998 and has served for many years as a reviewer for several international journals.

Section I: General Aspects of Isokinetic Dynamomety 1. General issues in Isokinetic Testing 2. Reproducibility and Interpretation of Isokinetic Test Findings 3. Isokinetic Reconditioning: Main Principles and Clinical Applications in Select Musculoskeletal Disorders 4. Multiple-Joint Isokinetic Testing 5. Isokinetics and Impairment Assessment Section II: Regional Isokinetics 6. Isokinetics of the Hip Muscles 7. Isokinetics of the Knee Muscles 8. Isokinetics of the Ankle Muscles 9. Isokinetics of the Shoulder Muscles 10. Isokinetics of the Elbow and Forearm / Wrist Muscles 11. Isokinetics of Trunk Muscles Section III: Special Topics 12. Isokinetics in Select Neurological Disorders 13. Applications of Isokinetics in Neuromuscular Disorders 14. Isokinetic Testing of Muscle Strength in Older Adults 15. Isokinetic Testing of Children