Hydraulic Resistance Exercise over Isotonic Exercise

Other advantages of a hydraulic resistance exercise over isotonic exercise for rehabilitation are:

1. Hydraulics removes the” end point loading “which is associated with anti gravity resistance mechanisms. When there is an impending directional change there is a moment in which the weight is decelerated, held isometrically, then re -accelerated eccentrically.

This point quite often coincides with the mechanical disadvantage and if movement becomes ballistic in nature then the deceleration forces are transferred onto the ligaments which control range of motion. Because hydraulic resistance is dependent on movement or resistance, at the end point there is no movement, therefore no resistance, just smooth deceleration and smooth acceleration.

2. The ability to alter the minimum resistance being placed in opposing muscle groups allows for specific training of a group of muscles while the opposing group simply moves through a range of motion .This is particularly useful in the case of knee rehabilitation where it is often of advantage to work the hamstring group at a higher intensity than the quadriceps.

3. Accommodative resistance allows the muscles to contract at an even intensity throughout the entire movement as the resistance adapts to the changing length tension and mechanical advantage of the muscles involved.

4. Hydraulics allows exercises to be performed at a much faster pace than isotonically resisted movements without any decrease in Safety. This allows for end stage rehabilitation training to prepare athletes for return to participation by training them at speeds of movement closer to that at which they compete without the ballistic deceleration problems of free weights.

5. The hydraulic system makes it possible for people with back problems for example, to exercise safely due to proper body positioning. The back is stabilized thus allowingthe user to exercise the usually weak muscles of the legs and upper body which aids in the prevention of further back problems and reduces the load on injured tissues.

The range of Fast Twitch Isokinetic machines provide a very safe and effective means to re -strengthen injured areas from the very early stages right through to end of stage conditioning for return to participation in real life / spirts participation.

Whats more, they are affordable!
Fast Twitch Isokinetic machines cost no more than a quality commercial grade treadmill have a footprint size that is similar.

The following statement then applies “can you afford not to have one?”