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RETURN-TO-SPORT TESTING

Stop Guessing.
Start Measuring.

Feeling better isn't enough. Force plate testing gives you objective data on strength, symmetry, and limb asymmetry — so your comeback is backed by science, not guesswork.

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The Problem

Feeling Ready Isn’t the Same as Being Ready

Many recovery decisions are based on:

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Time Since Surgery
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Pain Levels
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How Things Feel
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Visual Observation
Yet significant deficits can remain long after symptoms improve.

Force Plate Testing helps uncover hidden weaknesses, asymmetries, and movement strategies that may increase reinjury risk or delay recovery.

Why Force Plate Testing?

Objective Data. Better Decisions.

Traditional assessments tell part of the story. Force Plate Testing provides measurable data on how your body actually performs.

You’ll gain insight into:

✓
Strength Deficits
✓
Limb Symmetry
✓
Power Production
✓
Balance & Stability
✓
Landing Mechanics
✓
Return-to-Sport Readiness

Because confidence should come from data — not timelines.

Who Is This For?

Built for People Who Want Real Answers

Three audiences. One objective measurement standard.

01

Post-Surgical Recovery

  • ACL Reconstruction
  • Meniscus Repair
  • Joint Replacement
  • Rotator Cuff Repair
  • Achilles Repair
  • Ankle Reconstruction
02

Athletes Returning to Sport

  • Hockey
  • Soccer
  • Basketball
  • Volleyball
  • Football
  • Track & Field
  • Running
03

Active Adults

  • Recovering from injury
  • Persistent weakness
  • Balance concerns
  • Performance limitations
What We Measure

The Metrics That Matter

Six clinical dimensions. One objective performance picture.

01

Limb Symmetry

Compare one side to the other.

02

Strength

Identify deficits that traditional testing may miss.

03

Power

Measure explosive performance and force production.

04

Balance

Assess control and stability.

05

Landing Mechanics

Evaluate how force is absorbed during movement.

06

Readiness

Determine whether your body is prepared for the next stage of recovery.

See It In Action

Live Test Captures

What the ForceDecks actually measure — jump height, force, asymmetry, landing strategy.

Live
Test 01 · ForceDecks
Countermovement Jump
Live
Test 02 · ForceDecks
Single-Leg Hop · Height

Each test captures hundreds of data points per second — force, timing, symmetry, landing strategy — producing the metrics that drive return-to-sport decisions.

Side by Side

Traditional Assessment vs. Force Plate Testing

Two approaches. Two very different levels of certainty.

Traditional
Force Plate
Visual observation
Objective measurement
“Looks good”
Quantifiable data
Subjective progress
Measurable progress
Time-based decisions
Data-informed decisions
General recommendations
Individualized insights
Your Visit

One 45-Minute Session. Four Clear Steps.

From assessment to action plan — every step done in-clinic.

01
Step 1
Assessment & Goal Setting
Discuss your injury, surgery, sport, and goals.
02
Step 2
Testing
Includes jump, balance, and movement assessments tailored to your goals.
03
Step 3
Data Review
Your results are reviewed in real-time.
04
Step 4
Action Plan
Understand where deficits exist and what should happen next.
Sample Results

Example: ACL Reconstruction

9 months post-operative · representative patient

Live Results
CASE.RTS · 04 METRICS
ACL Reconstruction · 9 Mo Post-Op
Functional ACL · soccer / lateral cutting sport
94%
Limb Symmetry Index
3%
Jump Height Deficit
✓
Landing Strategy
✓
Power in Range
Recommendation
Progress to advanced return-to-sport training.
View Full Sample Report

Most patients don’t fully understand what ForceDecks reveals until they see an actual report. Click through to see exactly what you’ll receive.

Why RecoveryX

More Than Just Testing

Force Plate Testing is only valuable if the results lead to action. RecoveryX combines objective testing with:

  • Physiotherapy
  • Return-to-Sport Planning
  • Recovery On Demand
  • Ongoing Progress Monitoring
  • Data-Driven Decision Making
The goal isn’t simply collecting data.

The goal is using that data to improve recovery.

GOT QUESTIONS

Common Questions

Everything you need to know about force plate testing at RecoveryX.

Force plate testing uses a specialized platform that measures the forces your body produces during jumping, landing, and hopping movements. It captures data that cannot be assessed visually — like peak power, bilateral load distribution, and reactive strength — giving an objective picture of your physical readiness.
A full assessment session takes approximately 45 minutes, including warm-up, all test protocols, and a review of your results with the physiotherapist.
No referral is required. You can book directly. If you have a surgeon or physiotherapist already involved in your care, we can send your results directly to them as well.
LSI stands for Limb Symmetry Index — it compares your injured limb's performance to your uninjured limb as a percentage. Current evidence recommends achieving ≥90% LSI across multiple tests before returning to sport. Many athletes pass time-based criteria but still have significant LSI deficits.
For post-surgical patients, we recommend a force plate assessment at 12 weeks (strength baseline) and again pre-return to sport. For non-surgical injuries or baseline testing, any time is appropriate.
Force plate testing is a private physiotherapy service. Coverage varies by extended health plan — many plans cover physiotherapy assessments. We provide an official receipt for submission. We do not bill OHIP directly.
Absolutely. Force plate testing is valuable for any athlete who wants to identify asymmetries, establish a performance baseline before a season, or verify readiness after any injury — surgical or not.
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