If you’re recovering from a sports injury, the path to full strength can feel long and uncertain. At North West Physio Lutwyche, we’re here to change that with the help of VALD technology, an advanced system that takes the guesswork out of recovery and helps you return to peak performance faster.
Our physiotherapists now use VALD systems as part of our sports injuries physiotherapy services to provide real-time insights into your body’s strength, balance, and power. Whether you’re dealing with ongoing pain, just starting rehab, or chasing a return to sport, this technology helps us create smarter, safer, and more effective treatment plans, tailored to you.
What is VALD technology?
VALD is a world-leading system used by elite athletes, physios, and sports teams to track hamstring strength, lower limb power, and movement patterns during injury rehab and performance training.
We use three key tools in the VALD suite:
- NordBord – For accurate measurement of hamstring strength and imbalances
- ForceFrame – For testing isometric strength across multiple joints and muscle groups
- ForceDecks – Dual force plates that measure how you jump, land, and balance
Each tool delivers objective data that helps us understand exactly how your body is recovering and where we need to focus your training or rehabilitation efforts.
Why is this important for sports injury recovery?
When you’ve been sidelined by a sports injury, it’s not always easy to know when you’re ready to get back out there. Go too hard too soon, and you risk re-injury. Wait too long, and you might lose the strength and conditioning you’ve worked so hard for. And this is where VALD comes in to remove the guesswork.
With VALD technology, your physio assessment becomes more than just observation and movement tests. We can now see what’s going on beneath the surface to identify muscle weaknesses, left/right asymmetries, and progress over time. This allows us to:
- Tailor your rehab with precision
- Track your recovery objectively
- Safely guide your return to sport
- Boost your strength and performance
Whether you’re an athlete or active person who has experienced a setback, this data-led approach gives you clarity, motivation, and measurable outcomes.
The VALD system: how it optimises sports injuries physiotherapy recovery
NordBord – Measure your hamstring strength
Hamstring strains are one of the most common sports injuries and one of the trickiest to rehabilitate. The NordBord allows us to accurately test your hamstring strength and identify any imbalances that could put you at risk of re-injury.
Using built-in sensors and cloud-based analytics, we track your strength over time and compare your results to your past assessments, professional benchmarks, or sport-specific standards. It’s fast, easy, and incredibly reliable.
ForceFrame – Test strength across your entire body
The ForceFrame is our go-to for testing strength in joints like the hips, knees, ankles, shoulders and more. It’s highly adjustable, which means we can use it for the majority of people, regardless of injury or fitness level.
It helps us test isometric strength (how hard your muscles contract when they’re not moving), so we can safely measure power in early rehab stages, or monitor for weakness and compensation in chronic or recurring injuries.
ForceDecks – Real-time balance and power feedback
The ForceDecks are wireless force plates that tell us how you move when you jump, land, shift your weight or balance. This helps us pinpoint weaknesses or areas that might be putting stress on other parts of your body.
They’re especially valuable in late-stage rehab when you’re getting close to returning to sport. We use them to:
- Measure jump power and landing mechanics
- Assess balance and control
- Compare left vs right strength
- Detect asymmetries before they cause problems
Even better, they provide live feedback during your sessions, so you can see progress as it happens.
Who can benefit from VALD testing?
Anyone recovering from a sports injury. Whether you’re returning to footy, netball, running, or the gym, VALD helps you do it more safely and confidently. And it isn’t just for elite athletes.
If you’ve had surgery, suffered a strain, or feel like your rehab isn’t progressing, this technology can help uncover what’s holding you back.
We also use VALD tools for general strength and balance training, fall prevention, and injury risk screening, so it’s suitable for a wide range of clients and needs.
Experience the VALD advantage at North West Physio Lutwyche
We’re proud to be leading the way with VALD in Brisbane. By combining the latest in performance technology with proven hands-on physiotherapy, we help our clients achieve better outcomes, whether that’s less pain, more confidence, or a quicker return to the sport they love.
So, if you’re struggling with a sports injury, and want a rehab plan that’s built on data, not guesswork, book a session with our expert team today.
Ready to get started with tech-optimised sports injury physiotherapy?
Contact North West Physio Lutwyche to book your VALD-powered physio assessment and take the next step toward a stronger, safer recovery.
By Vince
