VALD Performance Testing


 

Traditional Physiotherapy often relies on visual assessment and subjective feedback. VALD technology allows us to back up your progress with measurable data. Dual force platforms measure force, balance, power and asymmetrics during movements like squats, jumps and isometric tests helping us personalise your treatment like never before.

This handheld dynamometer device provides precise measurements of muscle strength across different joints and muscle groups. Used to set rehabilitation and strength goals, as well as injury prevention.

Who Can Benefit?

 
Post-injury rehab
ACL, Shoulder, Ankle etc
preparing for an operation? Start your rehab before theatre, get your baseline strength test and set your post op goals.

Athletes
looking to improve performance and reduce injury risk



Teams
aiming to get their athletes into top shape and injury free before the start of the season



Pre and Post op patients

stay on top of your rehabilitation with accurate, step by step screening of all the metrics that will get you back to fitness.


Anyone
wanting a detailed strength and movement analysis



Level Up your Pre-Season: Precision Screening with VALD Technology for Football, Rugby and Tennis Athletes

Pre-season isn’t just about getting fitter—it’s about getting smarter, staying injury-free, and setting a solid foundation for peak performance. At Blue Sky Sports Physiotherapy, we now offer specialised pre-season screening for football teams, rugby squads, and tennis players using cutting-edge technology from VALD: the ForceDecks and the DynaMo.

Whether you're a club, a coach, or an individual athlete, our screenings provide the objective data you need to move into the season with confidence.

What Makes Our Pre-Season Screening Different?

Forget generic assessments. Our screenings are sport-specific, data-driven, and tailored to your team or athlete’s needs.

✅ VALD ForceDecks:

Dual force plates that capture key metrics during jumps, landings, and isometric holds. We assess:

  • Lower limb asymmetries
  • Explosiveness and power output
  • Eccentric vs concentric control
  • Fatigue levels and neuromuscular readiness

✅ VALD DynaMo:

A portable and accurate dynamometer used to test:

  • Hamstring and quad strength (great for ACL risk profiling)
  • Shoulder external/internal rotation strength (critical for tennis and rugby players)
  • Hip abduction and core engagement

Why It Matters

Pre-season is the best time to uncover risk factors before they become injuries. Our VALD screening allows us to:

  • Identify muscle imbalances or weaknesses
  • Monitor asymmetries from previous injuries
  • Tailor strength & conditioning programs to individual needs
  • Provide baseline data for in-season comparison

This means fewer injuries, better performance, and a more resilient squad.


  Who’s It For?

  •  Rugby Teams: Prevent contact-related injuries, monitor return-to-play readiness
  •  Football Teams: Screen for ACL risks, assess sprint and jump mechanics
  •  Tennis Players: Test shoulder strength and risk of overuse injury

From grassroots clubs to elite athletes, our screening protocols are fully scalable, using normative data to compare you to the best!


Ready to Get the Edge This Season?

If you’re serious about reducing injuries and improving performance, our VALD-powered pre-season screening is your new secret weapon.

Get in touch to book your team’s screening day or learn more about how we can tailor it to your sport.

Read What Our Patients Say...

Anna Godfrey

Patient

I highly recommend Donna at Blue Sky. I have found her to be kind, understanding and compassionate. She saw me at short notice for my first appointment with her and she has helped me immensely. Donna is very dedicated to her clients and in helping them recover. Thank you.

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