# https://valdhealth.com llms.txt > VALD Health specializes in cutting-edge technology designed to assess and monitor physical performance, offering clinicians and patients tools for comprehensive profiling, effective rehabilitation, and streamlined management to enhance health and recovery outcomes. - [Produits | Nos outils de mesure objective](https://valdhealth.com/fr/products): Améliorez votre évaluation clinique, obtenez de meilleures informations cliniques, assurez à votre patient l'accès à son plan de traitement et améliorez la communication avec les parties prenantes grâce aux produits VALD. - [VALD Health | Contact](https://valdhealth.com/contact): Get in touch. - [Solutions | All clinical tools in one place](https://valdhealth.com/solutions): Objective measurement. Digital health. Normative data. VALD technology offers all the tools you require, in one seamless experience. - [VALD Health | Actualités et études de cas](https://valdhealth.com/fr/news): Grâce à des outils de mesure objectifs, une collecte de données intuitive et des informations exploitables, la technologie VALD aide les cliniciens à mesurer les progrès des patients et à prendre des décisions thérapeutiques fondées sur des données. - [VALD Health | News & Case Studies](https://valdhealth.com/news): Stay informed with VALD Health's latest insights, product informations, and case studies designed to support evidence-based practice and enhance patient outcomes in musculoskeletal health. - [Productos | Nuestras herramientas de medición objetiva](https://valdhealth.com/es/products): Mejore su evaluación clínica, obtenga mejores conocimientos clínicos, asegúrese de que su paciente tiene acceso a su plan de tratamiento y mejore la comunicación con las partes interesadas gracias a los productos VALD. - [ForceFrame | Pruebas de fuerza rápidas e intuitivas](https://valdhealth.com/es/products/forceframe): ForceFrame es un sistema fácil de usar para realizar pruebas precisas y entrenar la fuerza isométrica con docenas de configuraciones para adaptarse a sus pacientes. - [Normes | Données normatives intégrées pour les systèmes VALD](https://valdhealth.com/fr/products/norms): Basées sur des milliards de points de données, les normes sont intégrées dans tous vos systèmes et rapports VALD, ce qui permet de contextualiser les données de vos patients. - [Normas | Datos normativos integrados para los sistemas VALD](https://valdhealth.com/es/products/norms): Basadas en miles de millones de puntos de datos, las Normas se integran en todos sus sistemas e informes VALD, ayudando a contextualizar los datos de sus pacientes. - [Access Framework](https://valdhealth.com/access-framework): Use VALD’s digital health tools as your partner to deliver the CMS ACCESS Model to your MSK track patients.  - [Norms | Integrated normative data for VALD systems](https://valdhealth.com/products/norms): Based on billions of data points, Norms are integrated into all of your VALD systems and reports, helping contextualize your patients’ data. - [Products | Our objective measurement tools](https://valdhealth.com/products): Improve your clinical assessment, gain better clinical insights, ensure your patient has access to their treatment plan and improve stakeholder communication with VALD products. - [Patologías | Un socio tecnológico para diferentes patologías](https://valdhealth.com/es/pathologies): Nuestra tecnología le permite medir objetivamente la fuerza y el movimiento, con soluciones de salud digital que le ayudan a mejorar el nivel de atención. - [Pathologies | Un partenaire technologique pour différentes pathologies](https://valdhealth.com/fr/pathologies): Notre technologie vous permet de mesurer objectivement la force et le mouvement, les solutions de santé numérique vous aidant à améliorer la norme de soins. - [DynaMo | Dinamómetros e inclinómetros portátiles todo en uno](https://valdhealth.com/es/products/dynamo): Cientos de pruebas de fuerza y amplitud de movimiento (ROM) desde la palma de la mano con nuestros dinamómetros de mano (hhd) e inclinómetros. - [Products | Our objective measurement tools](https://valdhealth.com/en-ca/products): Improve your assessment, gain better insights, ensure your client has access to their plan and improve stakeholder communication with VALD products. - [ForceDecks | Sistema de doble placa de fuerza | Pruebas de placa de fuerza](https://valdhealth.com/es/products/forcedecks): Sistema de plataformas de fuerza portátil y fácil de usar para evaluar el equilibrio, la fuerza y el movimiento. Diseñado para ofrecer rendimiento y portabilidad. - [ForceDecks | Dual force plate system | Force plate testing](https://valdhealth.com/en-ca/products/forcedecks): Portable, easy-to-use force plate system for assessing balance, strength and movement. Built for performance and portability. - [ForceDecks | Dual force plate system | Force plate testing](https://valdhealth.com/products/forcedecks): Portable, easy-to-use force plate system for assessing balance, strength and movement. Built for performance and portability. - [ForceDecks | Plateformes de force portables, puissantes et faciles à utiliser](https://valdhealth.com/fr/products/forcedecks): Évaluez les sauts, la force, l'asymétrie et bien plus encore. Détectez et évaluez automatiquement plus de 20 mouvements différents grâce à nos plateformes de force. - [DynaMo | Dynamomètres portables intuitifs et polyvalents](https://valdhealth.com/fr/products/dynamo): Poussez, tirez, saisissez et faites des mouvements de rotation. Des centaines de tests au creux de votre main grâce à nos dynamomètres portables. - [ForceFrame | Fast and intuitive strength testing](https://valdhealth.com/products/forceframe): ForceFrame is an easy-to-use system for accurate testing and training isometric strength with dozens of configurations to suit your patients. - [ForceFrame | Fast and intuitive strength testing](https://valdhealth.com/en-ca/products/forceframe): ForceFrame is an easy-to-use system for accurate testing and training isometric strength with dozens of configurations to suit your patients. - [ForceFrame | Entraînement et tests de force rapides et adaptables](https://valdhealth.com/fr/products/forceframe): Entraînement et test de force répétables et intuitifs pour toutes les principales articulations du corps. - [VALD Hub | Gama de soluciones sanitarias digitales en un solo lugar](https://valdhealth.com/es/products/valdhub): Tanto si está evaluando el movimiento de su paciente, recopilando sus medidas de resultado, comprobando sus niveles de dolor o supervisando su progreso, lo encontrará todo - y más - en VALD Hub. - [VALD Hub | Range of digital health solutions in one place](https://valdhealth.com/products/valdhub): Whether you’re assessing your patient’s movement, collecting their outcome measures, checking on their pain levels or monitoring their progress, you’ll find it all - and more - in VALD Hub. - [VALD Hub | Range of digital health solutions in one place](https://valdhealth.com/en-ca/products/valdhub): Whether you’re assessing your patient’s movement, collecting their outcome measures, checking on their pain levels or monitoring their progress, you’ll find it all - and more - in VALD Hub. - [VALD Hub | Toutes vos données de performance physique en un seul endroit](https://valdhealth.com/fr/products/valdhub): Inclus dans tous les produits VALD sans coût supplémentaire, VALD Hub est au cœur des systèmes de VALD. au cœur des systèmes VALD. - [Solutions | All clinical tools in one place](https://valdhealth.com/en-ca/solutions): Objective measurement. Digital health. Normative data. VALD technology offers all the tools you require, in one seamless experience. - [Solutions | Tous les outils cliniques en un seul endroit](https://valdhealth.com/fr/solutions): Mesure objective. Santé numérique. Données normatives. La technologie VALD offre tous les outils dont vous avez besoin, en une seule expérience transparente. - [Soluciones | Todas las herramientas clínicas en un solo lugar](https://valdhealth.com/es/solutions): Medición objetiva. Salud digital. Datos normativos. La tecnología VALD le ofrece todas las herramientas que necesita, en una experiencia sin fisuras. - [Pathologies | One technology partner for different pathologies](https://valdhealth.com/pathologies): Our technology allows you to objectively measure strength and movement, with digital health solutions helping you to improve the standard of care. - [DynaMo | All-in-one handheld dynamometers and inclinometers](https://valdhealth.com/products/dynamo): Hundreds of strength and range of motion (ROM) tests from the palm of your hand with our handheld dynamometers (hhd) and inclinometers. - [SmartSpeed | Portes de synchronisation de nouvelle génération](https://valdhealth.com/fr/products/smartspeed): Système de vitesse facile à utiliser pour mesurer la vitesse, l'agilité et la réactivité, les sauts et plus encore. - [VALD Health | Technology that helps you and your patients](https://valdhealth.com): With objective measurement tools, intuitive data collection and actionable insights, VALD technology helps clinicians measure patients' progress and make data - informed treatment decisions. - [VALD Health | Technology that helps you and your clients](https://valdhealth.com): With objective measurement tools, intuitive data collection and actionable insights, VALD technology helps musculoskeletal professionals measure clients' progress and make data - informed treatment decisions. - [VALD Health | Une technologie qui vous aide, vous et vos patients](https://valdhealth.com): Grâce à des outils de mesure objectifs, une collecte de données intuitive et des informations exploitables, la technologie VALD aide les cliniciens à mesurer les progrès des patients et à prendre des décisions thérapeutiques fondées sur des données. - [VALD Health | Technology that helps you and your patients](https://valdhealth.com): With objective measurement tools, intuitive data collection and actionable insights, VALD technology helps clinicians measure patients' progress and make data - informed treatment decisions. - [MoveHealth | Exercise prescription app for clinicians and patients](https://valdhealth.com/products/movehealth): Exercise program builder for practitioners and guided exercise for clients, for free. - [MoveHealth | Exercise prescription app for MSK professionals and clients](https://valdhealth.com/en-ca/products/movehealth): Exercise program builder for practitioners and guided exercise for clients, for free. - [MoveHealth | Aplicación de prescripción de ejercicio para médicos y pacientes](https://valdhealth.com/es/products/movehealth): Creador de programas de ejercicios para profesionales y ejercicios guiados para clientes, gratis. - [MoveHealth | Application de prescription d'exercices pour les cliniciens et les patients](https://valdhealth.com/fr/products/movehealth): Programme d'exercices pour les praticiens et exercices guidés pour les clients, gratuitement. - [HumanTrak | Motion analysis system](https://valdhealth.com/products/humantrak): HumanTrak is a markerless 3D movement analysis system that measures what the eye can’t see. Assess a range of common single and multi-joint movements in minutes. - [HumanTrak | Motion analysis system](https://valdhealth.com/en-ca/products/humantrak): HumanTrak is a markerless 3D movement analysis system that measures what the eye can’t see. Assess a range of common single and multi-joint movements in minutes. - [HumanTrak | Système d'analyse du mouvement](https://valdhealth.com/fr/products/humantrak): Capture de mouvement en 3D et analyse biomécanique dans un système portable et prêt à l'emploi. - [HumanTrak | Sistema de análisis del movimiento](https://valdhealth.com/es/products/humantrak): HumanTrak es un sistema de análisis de movimiento 3D sin marcadores que mide lo que el ojo no puede ver. Evalúa una serie de movimientos comunes de una o varias articulaciones en cuestión de minutos. - [SmartSpeed | Timing gate system](https://valdhealth.com/products/smartspeed): Next-generation, easy-to-use timing gate system for measuring speed, agility, reactivity, jumps and more. - [SmartSpeed | Timing gate system](https://valdhealth.com/en-ca/products/smartspeed): Next-generation, easy-to-use timing gate system for measuring speed, agility, reactivity, jumps and more. - [SmartSpeed | Sistema de compuerta temporizadora](https://valdhealth.com/es/products/smartspeed): Sistema de puerta de cronometraje de última generación y fácil de usar para medir la velocidad, la agilidad, la reactividad, los saltos y mucho más. - [NordBord | Hamstring testing system](https://valdhealth.com/products/nordbord): Test eccentric and isometric hamstring strength with NordBord. Backed by 10+ years of research. - [NordBord | L'étalon-or du test des ischio-jambiers](https://valdhealth.com/fr/products/nordbord): Le système le plus rapide, le plus simple et le plus éprouvé pour tester la force des ischio-jambiers sur le terrain ou en clinique. - [NordBord | Hamstring testing system](https://valdhealth.com/en-ca/products/nordbord): Test eccentric and isometric hamstring strength with NordBord. Backed by 10+ years of research. - [NordBord | Sistema de prueba de isquiotibiales](https://valdhealth.com/es/products/nordbord): Pruebe la fuerza excéntrica e isométrica de los isquiotibiales con NordBord. Respaldado por más de 10 años de investigación. - [DynaMo | All-in-one handheld dynamometers and inclinometers](https://valdhealth.com/en-ca/products/dynamo): Hundreds of strength and range of motion (ROM) tests from the palm of your hand with our handheld dynamometers (hhd) and inclinometers. - [VALD Health | Contacta](https://valdhealth.com/es/contact): Póngase en contacta. - [VALD Health | Contact](https://valdhealth.com/en-ca/contact): Get in touch. - [VALD Health | Musculoskeletal Calculators](https://valdhealth.com/calculators): Calculate common musculoskeletal metrics and indexes and compare values to evidence-based benchmarks. From unit conversion, speed, force, asymmetry to ROI. - [VALD Health | News & Case Studies](https://valdhealth.com/en-ca/news): Stay informed with VALD Health's latest insights, product informations, and case studies designed to support evidence-based practice and enhance patient outcomes in musculoskeletal health. - [Integrations | Integrations at no additional cost](https://valdhealth.com/products/integrations): VALD systems integrate with a range of popular performance software tools to help streamline your workflows and ensure your data is exactly where you need it, when you need it. - [Intégrations | Intégrations sans frais supplémentaires](https://valdhealth.com/fr/products/integrations): Les systèmes VALD s'intègrent à une gamme d'outils logiciels de performance populaires pour aider à rationaliser vos flux de travail et garantir que vos données se trouvent exactement là où vous en avez besoin, quand vous en avez besoin. - [Integraciones | Integraciones sin coste adicional](https://valdhealth.com/es/products/integrations): Los sistemas VALD se integran con una serie de conocidas herramientas de software de rendimiento para ayudarle a agilizar sus flujos de trabajo y garantizar que sus datos están exactamente donde los necesita, cuando los necesita. - [Integrations | Integrations at no additional cost](https://valdhealth.com/en-ca/products/integrations): VALD systems integrate with a range of popular performance software tools to help streamline your workflows and ensure your data is exactly where you need it, when you need it. - [VALD Health | Cookie Policy](https://valdhealth.com/policies/cookie-policy): With objective measurement tools, intuitive data collection and actionable insights, VALD technology helps clinicians measure patients' progress and make data - informed treatment decisions. - [VALD Health | Politique en matière de cookies](https://valdhealth.com/es/policies/cookie-policy): Grâce à des outils de mesure objectifs, une collecte de données intuitive et des informations exploitables, la technologie VALD aide les cliniciens à mesurer les progrès des patients et à prendre des décisions thérapeutiques fondées sur des données. - [MSK Professionals | Technology for professionals, by professionals](https://valdhealth.com/clinicians): Set goals backed by objective assessment, deliver better outcomes, improve patient retention and streamline your workflows with VALD. - [VALD Health | Noticias y casos prácticos](https://valdhealth.com/es/news): Con herramientas de medición objetivas, recopilación de datos intuitiva y perspectivas procesables, la tecnología VALD ayuda a los médicos a medir el progreso de los pacientes y a tomar decisiones de tratamiento basadas en datos. - [Médicos | Tecnología para médicos, por médicos](https://valdhealth.com/es/clinicians): Establezca objetivos respaldados por una evaluación objetiva, obtenga mejores resultados, mejore la retención de pacientes y agilice sus flujos de trabajo con VALD. - [MSK Professionals | Technology for professionals, by professionals](https://valdhealth.com/en-ca/msk-professionals): Set goals backed by objective assessment, deliver better outcomes, improve clients retention and streamline your workflows with VALD. - [VALD Health | Cookie Policy](https://valdhealth.com/en-ca/policies/cookie-policy): With objective measurement tools, intuitive data collection and actionable insights, VALD technology helps clinicians measure patients' progress and make data - informed treatment decisions. - [VALD Health | Thank You](https://valdhealth.com/en-cathank-you): With objective measurement tools, intuitive data collection and actionable insights, VALD technology helps clinicians measure patients' progress and make data - informed treatment decisions. - [Seasonal Kinematic Profiling in Female High School Athletics](https://valdhealth.com/news/seasonal-kinematic-profiling-in-female-high-school-athletics): Connor Duscha explores how seasonal kinematic profiling can reveal team-level adaptations and inform decision-making in female high school athletics. - [Understanding the Nordic Hamstring Exercise Part 2](https://valdhealth.com/news/understanding-the-nordic-hamstring-exercise-part-2): Learn how the Nordic hamstring exercise (NHE) can be effective, how specific mechanisms underpin its impact on injury risk and how technology can quantify, monitor and improve its use in practice. - [Understanding the Nordic Hamstring Exercise Part 1](https://valdhealth.com/news/understanding-the-nordic-hamstring-exercise): Outlines how to integrate the Nordic hamstring exercise for performance enhancement and injury risk reduction, highlighting coaching strategies, common technical errors and methods to improve training adherence. - [Évaluation du squat: comprendre la cinétique et la cinématique](https://valdhealth.com/fr/news/squat-assessment-understanding-kinetics-and-kinematics-6gwm8ryhnwwgohygxzi8ey): L'évaluation du squat est un outil pertinent et évolutif permettant d'évaluer les performances sportives et les risques de blessure. Lorsqu'elle est réalisée à l'aide de technologies, elle fournit des indicateurs détaillés et des informations précises sur les capacités et les limites d'un patient. - [Validité et fiabilité des ForceDecks](https://valdhealth.com/fr/news/forcedecks-validity-and-reliability-p2vts9y2sbvzgzosf90em): Cette étude visait à évaluer la fiabilité et la validité concomitante du système de plaques de force double ForceDecks de VALD par rapport aux plaques de force de laboratoire de référence dans le cadre d'une série d'évaluations courantes axées sur le contrôle des performances et la réadaptation. - [Plateformes de force 101: Qu'est-ce que c'est et pourquoi les utilise-t-on?](https://valdhealth.com/fr/news/force-plates-101-what-are-they-and-why-are-they-used-5xcts0ruetqje1wldbixlj): Au début de leur commercialisation, les plates-formes de force étaient volumineuses, encombrantes et nécessitaient une analyse manuelle pour transformer les données brutes recueillies. Cela limitait leur utilisation aux laboratoires de biomécanique. Cependant, les plates-formes de force ont depuis évolué vers des versions portables avec une analyse de plus en plus automatisée, comme le système de plates-formes de force double ForceDecks de VALD. Cette évolution les a rendues accessibles pour une utilisation quotidienne dans divers contextes dans les domaines de la santé et du sport, ce qui a permis d'étendre leur utilité au-delà des laboratoires spécialisés. - [Mon tableau de bord: Paul Wilson](https://valdhealth.com/fr/news/my-dashboard-paul-wilson-5r9uch7yhkoipalpeecnfc): Paul Wilson présente un tableau de bord VALD Hub qui répertorie les principaux tests, indicateurs et mesures de formation destinés à aider les professionnels à mieux intégrer les données issues des tests dans leur pratique. - [Comment tirer le meilleur parti de VALD Hub](https://valdhealth.com/fr/news/how-to-get-the-most-out-of-vald-hub-5jtzruhagcy2phdez1gvvi): Des conseils pratiques pour aider les professionnels de santé à utiliser VALD Hub afin de centraliser leurs données, de réduire le temps consacré aux tâches administratives, d'améliorer la clarté des informations et de renforcer l'implication des patients. - [Comprendre la vitesse de développement de la force](https://valdhealth.com/fr/news/understanding-rate-of-force-development-41pheaifi14y7fypaoffrt): Cet article propose un cadre permettant de comprendre la mesure, l'interprétation et l'application du taux de développement de la force (RFD) dans le contexte de la rééducation. - [Moderniser les évaluations de l'équilibre grâce aux ForceDecks](https://valdhealth.com/fr/news/modernizing-balance-assessments-with-forcedecks-3pllpoc3ixnbqxr2h6fsdw): John Snyder est un préparateur physique senior et scientifique du sport chez Apeiron Life, où il intègre les dernières avancées en matière de sciences du sport et de la santé dans la pratique quotidienne. Auparavant, John a occupé les fonctions de préparateur physique et de scientifique du sport à l’université de Stanford, où il a collaboré avec des équipes issues de disciplines variées, notamment le football américain, la natation, le plongeon, le lacrosse et le tennis. Dans cet article, John met en avant le domaine en plein essor de l’entraînement à l’équilibre à l’aide des ForceDecks. - [Les coulisses du processus de travail de Thanh Tang, fondé sur les données](https://valdhealth.com/fr/news/inside-thanh-tangs-data-informed-workflow-3ibw3kynnxcockdk3gudfy): Thanh Tang intègre les technologies dans sa pratique quotidienne afin d'offrir des soins de qualité qui aident les patients à se rétablir, à développer leur résilience et à atteindre leurs objectifs. - [Guide d'achat des plateformes de force](https://valdhealth.com/fr/news/buyers-guide-to-force-plates-3dmzl2pk7hg1zemc8rtvvj): Ces dernières années, les plateformes de force sont devenues un outil incontournable dans les secteurs de la santé, du sport, des opérations tactiques et de la recherche universitaire. Alors qu’auparavant, le marché ne proposait que quelques modèles très complexes et coûteux, il existe désormais un large éventail de marques et de modèles de plateformes de force accessibles aux professionnels de ces domaines. - [Dynamomètres portables 101 : Une technologie centenaire pour le praticien moderne](https://valdhealth.com/fr/news/handheld-dynamometers-101-century-old-technology-for-the-modern-practitioner-3ewm0kexe1ttne7eainjiu): Dans le domaine de la santé et du sport, l'évaluation précise de la force musculaire est cruciale pour évaluer les capacités physiques, formuler un diagnostic et suivre les progrès de la rééducation ou de l'entraînement. Les dynamomètres portatifs (HHD) fournissent des évaluations précises et objectives de la force depuis plus de 150 ans (1856). Cet article donne un aperçu de l'évolution de la dynamométrie manuelle et de la façon dont la technologie DynaMo de VALD a révolutionné une pratique vieille de plusieurs siècles. - [Évaluation de la force d’extension du genou: exécution et importance clinique](https://valdhealth.com/fr/news/knee-extension-strength-assessment-execution-and-clinical-significance-3bsmetr3tszkgjqwbikyrd): Cet article présente les meilleures pratiques pour l’évaluation de l’extension du genou en rééducation et en performance, en proposant des recommandations pratiques pour optimiser la mise en place du test afin de garantir une collecte de données fiable et significative. - [Récupération après une réanimation cardiaque avancée (ACLR) : lien entre la force, la capacité de saut et les résultats cliniques des patients](https://valdhealth.com/fr/news/post-aclr-recovery-linking-strength-jump-and-patient-outcomes-37nxoutmip3kp2870g0zri): Cette étude examine l'évolution des mesures sur le terrain de la fonction objective des membres inférieurs tout au long de la rééducation après une reconstruction du ligament croisé antérieur (LCA), ainsi que leur relation avec les scores ACL-RSI et KOOS. - [Comprendre le saut sur une jambe](https://valdhealth.com/fr/news/understanding-the-single-leg-jump-2pe5eed0eztbsnvedssirx): Cet article présente le protocole SLJ, les principaux paramètres mesurés par la plateforme de force, les éléments à prendre en compte par les professionnels, ainsi que la manière dont ce test éclaire la prise de décision en matière de performance et de rééducation. - [Comprendre la capture de mouvement sans marqueur avec HumanTrak](https://valdhealth.com/fr/news/understanding-markerless-motion-capture-with-humantrak-2gwfdsxhz7epshejknxjlj): Il décrit ce qui définit une analyse du mouvement de haute qualité, comment fonctionne la caméra unique MOCAP de HumanTrak et comment elle s'applique au dépistage, à la réadaptation et à la performance. - [Comprendre le « drop jump »](https://valdhealth.com/fr/news/understanding-the-drop-jump-1qwvclwpiksgg0rzny4ctj): Le « drop jump » (DJ) est un test utilisé dans le domaine de la performance sportive et de la rééducation pour évaluer la force réactive et le fonctionnement du cycle d'étirement-raccourcissement (SSC). Il consiste à sauter d'une plateforme surélevée (généralement une boîte), à atterrir sur les deux pieds, puis à effectuer immédiatement un saut vertical en déployant un effort maximal et en réduisant au minimum le temps de contact au sol (GCT). - [Buyer’s Guide to Force Plates](https://valdhealth.com/news/buyers-guide-to-force-plates): In recent years, force plates have become a mainstay in health, sport, tactical, and academic sectors. Where historically only a few, highly complex and expensive options existed in the market, there are now a wide array of force plate brands and models that are accessible to practitioners in the field. - [Updated ForceDecks Default Metrics for Streamlined Assessments](https://valdhealth.com/news/smarter-defaults-for-aligned-decision-making-in-forcedecks): Introducing new ForceDecks default metrics for each test in the iOS app, VALD Hub and MoveHealth to make assessment results easier to interpret from the outset. - [Making Better Use of Data with VALD AI](https://valdhealth.com/news/making-better-use-of-data-with-vald-ai): Dean Lay explains how VALD AI helps practitioners query objective testing data, generate insights and streamline clinical and performance decision-making. - [Accelerated Hip Replacement Rehabilitation](https://valdhealth.com/news/accelerated-hip-replacement-rehabilitation): David Henderson shows how objective testing can guide loading, monitor progress and support an accelerated return to activity after total hip arthroplasty. - [Understanding the Single Leg Jump](https://valdhealth.com/news/understanding-the-single-leg-jump): This article explores the SLJ protocol, key force plate metrics, practitioner considerations and how this test informs decision-making in performance and rehab. - [The Role of Technology in ACL Rehabilitation: Mick Hughes ](https://valdhealth.com/news/the-role-of-technology-in-acl-rehabilitation-mick-hughes): Mick Hughes is an Australian Physiotherapy Association Titled Sports & Exercise Physiotherapist with dual qualifications in Physiotherapy and Exercise Science. A couple of years ago, VALD’s Mark Opar interviewed Mick on Force Plates in Clinical Practice. Since then there has been a lot of progress in ACL rehabilitation and criteria-based-return-to-sport testing. We would check in with him to hear his clinical insights on using objective measurement technologies in ACL injuries. - [Le rôle de la technologie dans la rééducation du ligament croisé antérieur : Mick Hughes ](https://valdhealth.com/fr/news/the-role-of-technology-in-acl-rehabilitation-mick-hughes-wrbydwfptajohgzahqqm0): Mick Hughes est un kinésithérapeute spécialisé dans le sport et l'exercice physique, agréé par l'Association australienne de kinésithérapie, et titulaire d'une double formation en kinésithérapie et en sciences de l'exercice. Il y a quelques années, Mark Opar, de VALD, avait interviewé Mick au sujet des plateformes de force dans la pratique clinique. Depuis lors, de nombreux progrès ont été réalisés dans le domaine de la rééducation du ligament croisé antérieur (LCA) et des tests de reprise du sport basés sur des critères précis, avec un accent particulier sur la performance au saut vertical unipodal. Nous avons souhaité faire le point avec lui afin de recueillir ses observations cliniques sur l'utilisation des technologies de mesure objective dans le cadre des lésions du LCA. - [Benchmarking for Rehabilitation Providers](https://valdhealth.com/news/benchmarking-for-rehabilitation-providers): Dylan Carmody explains how asymmetry, pre-injury data, normative data and population-specific reports can help practitioners interpret objective testing. - [Squat Assessment: Understanding kinetics and kinematics](https://valdhealth.com/news/squat-assessment-understanding-kinetics-and-kinematics): The squat assessment is an insightful, scalable tool for assessing athletic performance and injury risk. When assessed with technology, it offers detailed metrics and insights into a patient’s capabilities and limitations. - [Post-ACLR Recovery: Linking strength, jump and patient outcomes](https://valdhealth.com/news/post-aclr-recovery-linking-strength-jump-and-patient-outcomes): This study examines how field-based measures of objective lower-limb function change throughout ACL recovery and their relationship with ACL-RSI and KOOS. - [Modernizing Balance Assessments with ForceDecks](https://valdhealth.com/news/modernizing-balance-assessments-with-forcedecks): John Snyder is a Senior Physical Performance Specialist and Sports Scientist at Apeiron Life, where he integrates cutting-edge advancements in sports and health sciences into daily practice. Previously, John served as a Sports Performance Coach and Sports Scientist at Stanford University, collaborating with a diverse range of teams, including football, swimming, diving, lacrosse and tennis. In this article, John highlights the growing field of balance training using ForceDecks.  - [Accelerated Achilles Rehab: A case study with Cassandra Downe ](https://valdhealth.com/news/accelerated-achilles-rehab-a-case-study-with-cassandra-downe): In this Q&A, Cassandra Downe, a physiotherapist at ORKA Performance in Alberta, Canada, shares her experience using a unique and accelerated rehab approach to treating an Achilles tendon rupture. Using tools like ForceFrame, DynaMo and ForceDecks, Cassandra discusses the case’s challenges and the lessons she learned. - [Présentation de VALD AI](https://valdhealth.com/fr/news/introducing-vald-ai-3gwnqftc8dnt5rjg2wmezt): Découvrez VALD AI (bêta fermée) : une plateforme d'IA méthodique et rigoureuse, conçue pour offrir une gestion fiable des données aux professionnels de la santé et de la performance. - [Introducing VALD AI](https://valdhealth.com/news/introducing-vald-ai): Introducing VALD AI (Closed Beta): a methodical, calculated AI platform designed to provide trustworthy data management for health and performance practitioners. - [Understanding the Drop Jump](https://valdhealth.com/news/understanding-the-drop-jump): The drop jump (DJ) is an assessment used in sports performance and rehabilitation to evaluate reactive strength and stretch-shortening cycle (SSC) function. It involves dropping off a raised platform (commonly a box), landing on both feet and immediately jumping vertically with maximal effort and minimal ground contact time (GCT). - [My Dashboard: Paul Wilson](https://valdhealth.com/news/my-dashboard-paul-wilson): Paul Wilson shares a VALD Hub dashboard outlining key tests, metrics and training interventions to help practitioners better integrate testing data into practice. - [My Dashboard: Fearghal Kerin](https://valdhealth.com/news/my-dashboard-fearghal-kerin): Fearghal Kerin breaks down his VALD Hub dashboard, combining direct hamstring assessment with broader lower-limb profiling to identify local deficits and system-wide contributors. - [Insights Into Lisfranc Rehabilitation with Performe Sports Medicine](https://valdhealth.com/news/insights-into-lisfranc-rehabilitation-with-performe-sports-medicine): This article outlines Performe Sports Medicine’s framework for integrating technology into Lisfranc injury rehabilitation. - [Closing the Gap in Lateral Ankle Sprain Rehabilitation](https://valdhealth.com/news/closing-the-gap-in-lateral-ankle-sprain-rehabilitation): Learn how VALD systems can identify and monitor deficits following lateral ankle sprains to support data-informed rehabilitation and return-to-activity decisions. - [Validity and Reliability of Discrete Movement Assessments in HumanTrak](https://valdhealth.com/news/validity-and-reliability-of-movement-analysis-methods-used-in-humantrak): The study aimed to assess the validity and reliability of lower limb joint angle measurements using a single markerless depth camera, specifically the Azure Kinect, in various movement assessments. It focused on comparing direct kinematic calculations to inverse kinematic methods that incorporate a skeletal model to determine which approach provides more reliable data for clinical and athletic applications. The Azure Kinect is the same camera used by HumanTrak. - [ForceDecks Validity and Reliability](https://valdhealth.com/news/forcedecks-validity-and-reliability): This study aimed to evaluate the reliability and concurrent validity of VALD’s ForceDecks Dual Force Plate System against gold standard laboratory force plates across a range of common performance monitoring and rehabilitation-focused assessments. - [Understanding Markerless Motion Capture with HumanTrak](https://valdhealth.com/news/understanding-markerless-motion-capture-with-humantrak): Outlines what defines high-quality movement analysis, how HumanTrak’s single-camera MOCAP works and how it applies to screening, rehabilitation and performance. - [Introducing VALD Norms](https://valdhealth.com/news/introducing-vald-norms): Norms: integrated normative data is now available in VALD Hub for ForceDecks, DynaMo (strength tests), NordBord, ForceFrame and HumanTrak. We have also put Norms right where you perform your testing, with in-app Norms available directly in each app. - [Inside Thanh Tang’s Data-Informed Workflow](https://valdhealth.com/news/inside-thanh-tangs-data-informed-workflow): Thanh Tang integrates technologies into his everyday practice to deliver best-practice care that helps patients recover, build resilience and reach their goals. - [Understanding Rate of Force Development](https://valdhealth.com/news/understanding-rate-of-force-development): This article provides a framework for understanding rate of force development (RFD) measurement, interpretation and application in rehabilitation settings. - [How to Get the Most Out of VALD Hub](https://valdhealth.com/news/how-to-get-the-most-out-of-vald-hub): Practical ways practitioners can use VALD Hub to centralize data, reduce admin time, improve clarity and strengthen patient engagement. - [Force Plates 101: What are they and why are they used?](https://valdhealth.com/news/force-plates-101-what-are-they-and-why-are-they-used): In the early days of commercialisation, force plates were large, cumbersome, and required manual analysis to transform the raw data collected. This limited their usage to biomechanics laboratories. However, force plates have since evolved into portable versions with increasingly automated analysis, such as VALD’s ForceDecks Dual Force Plate System. This progression has made them accessible for everyday use in diverse settings across health and sport, shifting their utility beyond specialised labs. - [My Dashboard: Nicol van Dyk](https://valdhealth.com/news/my-dashboard-nicol-van-dyk): Nicol van Dyk shares a VALD Hub dashboard outlining key tests, metrics and training interventions to help practitioners better integrate testing data into practice. - [Rethinking ROI](https://valdhealth.com/news/rethinking-roi): Dr. Ziad Dahdul shares why hiring, retention, onboarding and technology integration drive long-term ROI beyond traditional “money in, money out” thinking. - [The VALD Pricing Model: Our commitment to innovation](https://valdhealth.com/news/vald-pricing-model): This article outlines the VALD pricing model and explains why it provides the most effective and scalable pathway for delivering value across the MSK industry. - [Balance testing with ForceDecks: A beginner’s guide to Centre of Pressure metrics](https://valdhealth.com/news/balance-testing-beginners-guide-centre-of-pressure-metrics): ForceDecks Dual Force Plate System by VALD automatically calculates Centre of Pressure (CoP) metrics when a balance assessment is performed. Lower values for total excursion, mean velocity and area of CoP ellipse are typically associated with an individual having good postural control. Multiple factors should be considered when making clinical judgements as there is not a consensus among force plate researchers on the correct interpretation of many CoP metrics. - [Why ROI in Physiotherapy Is About More Than Money](https://valdhealth.com/news/why-roi-in-physiotherapy-is-about-more-than-money): Chris explains how Carter & George brings elite-sport standards into private practice using DynaMo to drive better outcomes, scalable care and real clinical ROI. - [Navigating the NHS: Innovation in public healthcare](https://valdhealth.com/news/navigating-the-nhs-innovation-in-public-healthcare): Frimley Health’s experience integrating assessment tech within the NHS, with key insights and recommendations for implementing tech in public healthcare. - [How Digital Platforms Are Transforming Healthcare](https://valdhealth.com/news/how-digital-platforms-are-transforming-healthcare): Dr. Nicol van Dyk explores how true digital transformation in healthcare goes beyond tools, streamlining workflows and improving patient outcomes. - [A Practitioner’s Integration Journey with Daniel Hague](https://valdhealth.com/news/a-practitioners-integration-journey-with-daniel-hague): In this case study, Daniel Hague shares how integrating ForceDecks enhanced his clinical confidence and supported clearer, data-informed decision-making. - [Knee Extension Strength Assessment: Execution and clinical significance](https://valdhealth.com/news/knee-extension-strength-assessment-execution-and-clinical-significance): This article outlines best practices for knee extension testing and offers practical guidance to optimize setup and ensure reliable, meaningful data collection. - [Neurological Rehab: Bringing objectivity to practice](https://valdhealth.com/news/neurological-rehab-bringing-objectivity-to-practice): This article, with input from Dr. Michelle Kahn, highlights practical applications of DynaMo for assessing and improving walking function in neurologic patients. - [Rehab 2 Perform: Scaling ForceDecks Application](https://valdhealth.com/news/rehab-2-perform-scaling-forcedecks-application): R2P built a framework to bridge the gap between innovation and integration, creating a scalable, repeatable model for implementing ForceDecks across 12 clinics. - [Centralized Digital Health Across 25 Clinics](https://valdhealth.com/news/centralized-digital-health-across-25-clinics): Jayden Arnold outlines how the Sports and Spinal Physiotherapy Group implemented a centralized model to roll out digital health across 25 clinics. - [Different Sites Have Different Demands](https://valdhealth.com/news/different-sites-have-different-demands): Fearghal explores how injury sublocation influences movement strategy, testing interpretation and return-to-play outcomes following hamstring strain injuries. - [Hip Replacement Rehabilitation: Tracking recovery with HumanTrak](https://valdhealth.com/news/hip-replacement-rehab-with-humantrak-use-case): In this use case, we look at Joan’s hip rehabilitation journey following a total hip arthroplasty and how HumanTrak helped guide her recovery. - [MoveHealth Client Stories: Why I switched HEPs](https://valdhealth.com/news/movehealth-client-stories-why-i-switched-heps): In this article, MoveHealth users share why they switched from paid platforms, highlighting cost savings, usability, integration and patient engagement. - [The EHA Model: Turning data into patient engagement](https://valdhealth.com/news/the-eha-model-turning-data-into-patient-engagement): In this blog, Mitchell Vautin shares how EHA leverages data and technology to support safe exercise among health-compromised populations. - [Elite Post-Op Recovery in Soccer: Addressing the force-time curve](https://valdhealth.com/news/elite-post-op-recovery-in-soccer-addressing-the-force-time-curve): Travis Gaudet is the Co-Owner and Director of Rehabilitation at ORKA Performance, where he works with pro, collegiate and youth athletes, as well as the general population. In this article, Travis dives into a case study detailing how he leverages force-time curve characteristics from ForceDecks to inform rehabilitation and bring his athletes back to peak performance. This piece builds on his case study featured in the Practitioner's Guide to ACL, providing further insights into mid-to-late stage anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) rehabilitation. - [Small Business Investment Guide to Technology](https://valdhealth.com/news/small-business-investment-guide-to-technology): This article examines VALD technology through a business-first lens, focusing on service differentiation and scalable revenue streams. - [UFIT Singapore: Shaping the future with technology-integrated care](https://valdhealth.com/news/ufit-singapore-shaping-the-future-with-technology-integrated-care): In the evolving landscape of health, fitness and rehabilitation, UFIT Singapore has established itself as a pioneer in the space. - [The Power of EPV Part 2: Context is key](https://valdhealth.com/news/the-power-of-epv-part-2-context-is-key): This article describes the influences on EPV and highlights why this metric should be a go-to in countermovement jump (CMJ) and single leg jump (SLJ) assessments. - [What’s the difference between Centre of Pressure and Centre of Mass?](https://valdhealth.com/news/centre-of-pressure-centre-of-mass): Purpose: A leading cause of injury and death in the elderly is postural instability. Two widely used tools for diagnosing postural instability are measurements of Centre of Mass (CoM) and Centre of Pressure (CoP). However, the subtle difference between these two measurements can be difficult to understand. This perspective article gives a brief overview of what CoM and CoP are and how they are related. - [Buyer’s Guide to Handheld Dynamometers](https://valdhealth.com/news/buyers-guide-to-handheld-dynamometers): Handheld dynamometers (HHDs) are essential tools in health, rehabilitation and performance settings. Despite being around for over 150 years, HHDs have advanced considerably in recent years. While all modern HHDs assess muscle strength, advancements in hardware and software distinguish them by enhancing measurement accuracy, expanding testing capabilities and integrating data analysis for deeper insights. - [MSK Calculators: Practical tools for clinical decision-making](https://valdhealth.com/news/msk-calculators-practical-tools-for-clinical-decision-making): There have not been readily available tools in the rehabilitation and performance industry to help interpret objective data – so we built MSK Calculators. - [Approach to Monitoring Functional and Neuromuscular Testing Outcomes](https://valdhealth.com/news/approach-to-monitoring-functional-and-neuromuscular-testing-outcomes): This case study includes detailed analysis of pre-injury and post-left ACLR neuromuscular testing and training load data from an elite female alpine ski racer. - [Post-Surgical Shoulder Rehab for a Professional Baseball Pitcher](https://valdhealth.com/news/post-surgical-shoulder-rehab-for-a-professional-baseball-pitcher): This case study follows a pro baseball pitcher’s five-phase return-to-throwing program, using VALD technology and objective data to guide his shoulder rehab. - [Criteria-Based Hamstring Rehabilitation](https://valdhealth.com/news/criteria-based-hamstring-rehabilitation): A 24-year-old footballer suffers a hamstring injury. This article explores the role of isometric testing and training in hamstring rehabilitation. - [Introducing the Next Generation of ForceFrame](https://valdhealth.com/news/the-history-and-future-of-forceframe): We recently announced the next evolution of ForceFrame Max, featuring six sensors and major configuration upgrades to streamline testing and enhance versatility. - [Sports and Health Tech: What’s on Your Dashboard? ](https://valdhealth.com/news/sports-and-health-tech-what-on-your-dashboard): During a recent visit ‘back home’ to the US from my base in Australia, I was fortunate enough to meet with some exceptional practitioners in both the high performance and clinical health spaces. There were many highlights from this trip, but one that stood out was a presentation by my friend, Gio Grassi, at the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) New Jersey state chapter event. - [Force plates 101 featuring ForceDecks (Force plates educational series)](https://valdhealth.com/news/force-plates-101-featuring-forcedecks): In the first installment of VALD Health’s Force plates educational series, we look at the basics of using force plates. We wanted to provide a free resource for health professionals who are looking to begin their force plates journey, and who better than Phil Grahm-Smith, Co-Founder of ForceDecks to help guide you through some tips. - [Force plates educational series featuring ForceDecks](https://valdhealth.com/news/force-plates-educational-series-featuring-forcedecks): Whether you’re just getting started with force plates, you’ve been using them for years, or perhaps you’re on the fence about them – we’ve created a free educational series that you can benefit from.Our ‘Force Plates educational series’ is split into webinars based on your current understanding and knowledge. Learn the basics, review key concepts or learn additional applications of force platesIf you’re interested in viewing the series, sign up for the VALD Health Online Series. - [How HumanTrak’s normative data reports can help drive better decision-making](https://valdhealth.com/news/humantrak-health-normative-data-report): HumanTrak users want to benchmark their patients’ HumanTrak report data against what is considered normal. Because HumanTrak users collect data from patients young and old, and across different sexes, it is important that the normative value is specific to each patient’s age and sex. - [Monitoring and Managing Groin Pain in Professional Soccer](https://valdhealth.com/news/monitoring-and-managing-groin-pain-in-professional-soccer): Managing hip and groin pain, particularly chronic cases, remains one of the most challenging scenarios in clinical sports medicine. However, advancements in research and technology have provided more tools to guide rehabilitation frameworks. - [Handheld Dynamometers 101: Century-old technology for the modern practitioner](https://valdhealth.com/news/handheld-dynamometers-101-century-old-technology-for-the-modern-practitioner): In healthcare and sports, accurately assessing muscle strength is crucial for evaluating physical capacities, formulating a diagnosis, and monitoring rehabilitation or training progress. Handheld Dynamometers (HHDs) have been providing precise, objective assessments of force for over 150 years (1856). This article offers insights into the evolution of Handheld Dynamometry and how VALD’s DynaMo technology has revolutionized a centuries-old practice. - [The Vital Signs: Developing insights for core muscle injuries ](https://valdhealth.com/news/the-vital-signs-developing-insights-for-core-muscle-injuries): Dr. Alexander Poor is a surgeon specializing in the treatment of core muscle injuries. His partner and mentor, Dr. William C. Meyers, founded the Vincera Institute in Philadelphia, U.S.A. - the world's first and only premier center dedicated to the core. VALD interviewed Dr. Poor about implementing ForceFrame in the center and the insights the system provides his team. - [Optimizing Endurance Running Performance and Rehabilitation: A Q&A with Paul Wilson ](https://valdhealth.com/news/optimizing-endurance-running-performance-and-rehabilitation-a-q-and-a-with): In this Q&A, Paul Wilson, PT, DPT, OCS, ATC, CSCS, CMPT, shares how he integrates ForceDecks and DynaMo to set rehabilitation guidelines and benchmarks for distance runners using objective force metrics. - [How Fighting Fit increases client engagement with VALD Technology](https://valdhealth.com/news/how-fighting-fit-increases-client-engagement-with-vald-technology): Fighting Fit Physiotherapy has integrated VALD’s full suite of measurement systems into their clinic to provide clients with comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, high quality treatment, and ongoing testing for all musculoskeletal conditions. Dean Phelps is the owner of Fighting Fit Physiotherapy, holding a Bachelor of Human Movement Science (Honours) and a Master of Physiotherapy. In this case study, he explains how he uses VALD technology in his business and how they provide considerable insight into his clients’ rehabilitation – no matter the injury. - [TeleHab Platform Update September 2020 – Multi-Organisation Accounts](https://valdhealth.com/news/telehab-platform-update-september-2020): Today we’re excited to announce our latest update to TeleHab – available to all users right now. Read on to find out what’s new. - [How POGO Physio monitors hamstring strength with NordBord](https://valdhealth.com/news/pogo-physio-mini-case-study): We recently asked Brad Beer from POGO Physio a couple of questions on how he incorporates the NordBord at his clinic. - [OrthoSouth deploys VALD technology for baseline testing on over 2000 athletes in the Mid-South](https://valdhealth.com/news/orthosouth-deploys-vald-technology-for-baseline-testing-on-over-2000-athletes-in-the-mid-south): OrthoSouth deploys athletic trainers to twelve area schools with approximately 2000 athletes. As part of their outreach program, they offer baseline testing for four major sports basketball, football, baseball, soccer and some others for baseline testing and objective data collection. This data is compared to GPS data and is used to monitor fatigue, determine game/practice readiness and assess return to play level. - [Technology is not the answer, but it should be part of the answer](https://valdhealth.com/news/technology-is-not-the-answer-but-it-should-be-part-of-the-answer): When clinics are looking to invest in technology, the question Matthew Roodveldt, Product Director at VALD Health, gets asked is: “Will technology bring in more clients and make my clinic more profitable?” His answer: “Good question, the answer is no, not alone; however, it can be part of a holistic approach.” - [What are Patient Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs)? And why has VALD implemented them into VALD Hub?](https://valdhealth.com/news/what-are-proms): PROMs are scientifically validated questionnaires completed by clients that measure what matters to them – their quality of life, feelings, daily function, and the impact of their symptoms. As a practitioner, patient-reported outcome measures can become an important part of your practice. - [How technology can leverage behaviour change science to increase adherence to home exercise programs](https://valdhealth.com/news/how-technology-can-leverage-behaviour-change-science-to-increase-adherence-to-home-exercise-programs): It is now well established that exercise is a mainstay of evidence-based musculoskeletal rehabilitation, with the vast majority of therapeutic exercise prescribed as home exercise programs. The intention is that clients complete these programs at home independently between real-time consultations (either face-to-face or via telehealth), typically without supervision from health professionals or the peer-support that may come from a group setting. - [Delivering remote physiotherapy services to Musculoskeletal and Neuromuscular patients](https://valdhealth.com/news/bite-size-telehab-case-study-andy-curtis): Andy Curtis is an Extended Scope Physiotherapist and Clinical Director for The Medical Group in the south of England. Spread across 21 clinical sites, Andy’s teams use TeleHab from VALD Health to deliver remote physiotherapy to their MSK and neuro patient population, and HumanTrak in clinic, for 3D motion and biomechanical assessment. - [Blood Flow Restriction Training 101 with Injury Armour](https://valdhealth.com/news/blood-flow-restriction-training-101-with-injury-armour): Originally posted to Injury Armour September 23 2020. Written by Adam Rutter. Adam has a diverse background within Physiotherapy. Ranging from treating professional athletes to patients suffering with chronic pain. His area of expertise lies within tendon pain, long standing pain conditions and sports injuries. Adam’s excels in creating engaging and varying rehab programmes for all conditions to ensure your motivation remains high. - [Finding the balance between prescribing home exercise programs for adaptation and adherence](https://valdhealth.com/news/finding-the-balance-between-prescribing-home-exercise-programs-for-adaptation-and-adherence): Exercise is now well accepted as one of the most effective components of rehabilitation, supported by findings from systematic reviews and meta-analyses across a wide range of conditions (O’Keefe et al 2017). Home exercise programs are a cornerstone management strategy for practitioners working in exercise rehabilitation settings. - [TeleHab Platform Update August 2020 – Exercise Library Optimisations](https://valdhealth.com/news/telehab-platform-update-august-2020): One of our key goals when creating TeleHab was to make your life as an exercise professional easier. With a growing library of over 4,500 clinically reviewed videos, it has become time-consuming for users to find the exercises they want due to unnecessary scrolling. We’re pleased to announce that as of this week we will be releasing the first in a series of updates to improve the exercise search functionality of our program builder. - [Integrating Blood Flow Restriction training into post-surgical rehab programs](https://valdhealth.com/news/bite-size-airbands-case-study-movement-rx): Movement Rx is a cutting-edge physiotherapy and sports medicine clinic located on the Moreton Bay Peninsula in Queensland, Australia. Damian, co-founder of MovementRx, is an experienced clinician with over a decade’s worth of experience in private practice, along with extensive sports physiotherapy experience having worked directly with various professional sporting teams throughout his career. Read on to learn more about Damian’s application of Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) and AirBands for post-surgical rehabilitation in his practice. - [Return to work with HumanTrak (Use Case)](https://valdhealth.com/news/return-to-work-with-humantrak-use-case): Bruce, a 57-year-old miner, was working the second of his three rostered weeks. He was lifting mining equipment to a high shelf, a task he completes many times per day, when he experienced a sharp pain in his right shoulder and could no longer lift any weight. Bruce sought medical attention immediately and was deemed unfit to work. Bruce returned home and visited his General Practitioner (GP) who diagnosed his injury as rotator cuff tear with associated shoulder bursitis caused by overuse and granted him a work cover claim, which included five free physiotherapy sessions. Bruce was instructed to rest his shoulder and visit his local physiotherapist for treatment. - [Introducing ForceFrame Max](https://valdhealth.com/news/introducing-forceframe-max): We recently announced the launch of ForceFrame Max, the new addition to our hugely popular ForceFrame line (with our existing ForceFrame model being rebadged to “ForceFrame Fold”). ForceFrame Max is the outcome of over six years of feedback from our clients who have cumulatively performed over 1.2 million ForceFrame tests on over 200,000 athletes and patients. - [SMNZ and VALD Partner to Advance Sports Medicine Education ](https://valdhealth.com/news/smnz-and-vald-partner-to-advance-sports-medicine-education): VALD is excited to announce its partnership with Sports Medicine New Zealand (SMNZ), where together we will support and advance sports medicine education and professional development across New Zealand. - [TeleHab exercise program for those returning to running with Brad Beer](https://valdhealth.com/news/telehab-exercise-program-for-those-returning-to-running-with-brad-beer): Brad Beer is a Sports & Exercise Physio with a special interest in running and related injuries. In this series of clips produced in conjunction with TeleHab Exercise Prescription App, he shares his recommended program for those returning to running. These exercises don’t require any equipment and will assist to build strength and prevent injury. - [APTA and VALD Establish Data and Technology Collaboration](https://valdhealth.com/news/apta-and-vald-establish-data-and-technology-collaboration): The American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and VALD proudly announce an exciting collaboration to advance musculoskeletal health technology solutions for physical therapy providers and their patients. As part of this data and technology collaboration, VALD will leverage its innovative technology to elevate clinical outcomes and reinforce the value of physical therapy care. - [From Healthcare to Health Tech](https://valdhealth.com/news/from-healthcare-to-health-tech-after-nearly-15-years-of-delivering-healthcare-i-took-the-leap-into-health-tech): The future is truly bright when a company like VALD Health shares the same passion I – and many others I know in the industry – have for the Physiotherapy and MSK healthcare industry. That is the reason I recently took the leap from my corporate management role after nearly 15 years of delivering healthcare and joined the VALD team to work in Health Technology solutions. - [The Sit-to-Stand Test: A key assessment tool in modern rehabilitation and fitness ](https://valdhealth.com/news/the-sit-to-stand-test-a-key-assessment-tool-in-modern-rehabilitation-and-fitness): For decades, the Sit-to-Stand (STS) test has been a cornerstone in clinical assessment. Simple yet profoundly impactful, the STS test demonstrates how foundational movements can reveal complex health insights, standing the test of time in the field of physical assessment.  - [Dynamometry for Achilles Tendinopathy ](https://valdhealth.com/news/dynamometry-for-achilles-tendinopathy): Achilles tendinopathy is a prevalent musculoskeletal (MSK) injury that commonly affects athletes, particularly those engaged in activities that involve high degrees of running and jumping, which apply large magnitudes of load to the Achilles tendon. However, it is important to note that this injury does not develop exclusively in active individuals; up to 65% of diagnosed cases in general practice settings are found to occur in individuals aged 41-60 years and are considered unrelated to sporting or high-intensity activities. (18, 20)