VALD Strength & Performance Testing
Objective Data. Smarter Rehab. Better Performance.
At Performance Podiatry, we use world-leading VALD performance technology - including the VALD ForceDecks and VALD Dynamo - to assess strength, asymmetry and movement quality with unmatched accuracy.
Whether you’re a runner, triathlete, or managing a persistent musculoskeletal injury, VALD testing gives us the objective data we need to find the root cause of your problem and build a targeted plan that gets you back performing at your best.
Why VALD Testing?
Most injuries don't happen by accident - they happen because of weakness, imbalance or poor load tolerance. VALD systems let us measure these factors with clinical-grade precision.
With VALD, we can:
- Quantify strength and asymmetry
- Identify injury risk factors
- Track rehab progress objectively
- Benchmark you against sport-specific norms
- Guide return-to-sport decisions with confidence
This is the same technology used by elite sporting teams, Olympic programs and high-performance centres worldwide.
Our VALD Systems
1. VALD ForceDecks: Dual-Force Plate Testing
ForceDecks let us analyse how your body produces and absorbs force - essential for runners, triathletes and anyone with a lower-limb injury.
What we can measure:
- Jump performance (countermovement jump, squat jump, hop tests)
- Landing mechanics and force absorption
- Lower-limb asymmetry
- Rate of force development
- Reactive strength
- Balance and stability
Useful for:
- Achilles tendinopathy
- Plantar fasciopathy
- Knee pain (patellofemoral, ITB, meniscus)
- Hamstring and calf strains
- Return-to-running clearance
- Performance profiling for endurance athletes
2. VALD Dynamo: Handheld Strength Dynamometry
The Dynamo gives us precise strength measurements for almost any muscle group.
What we can measure:
- Hip strength (abductors, adductors, flexors, extensors)
- Knee strength (quadriceps, hamstrings)
- Ankle strength (calf complex, tibialis posterior/anterior, peroneals)
- Upper-body strength when relevant to running mechanics
Useful for:
- Identifying strength deficits contributing to injury
- Monitoring rehab progress
- Screening runners and triathletes for injury risk
- Setting strength targets for performance improvement
Who Is VALD Testing For?
Runners
Perfect for diagnosing the cause of recurring injuries, improving running economy, and guiding return-to-run progressions. Want the full picture? Our dedicated Running Assessment (link to running assessment page) combines VALD testing with gait analysis, a footwear review and a full training history in one appointment.
Triathletes
Ideal for managing load across swim/bike/run, identifying asymmetries, and improving power transfer and efficiency.
Active Adults
If you’re dealing with persistent pain, weakness or instability, VALD testing helps us pinpoint the problem and track your improvement.
Youth Athletes
Objective data helps guide safe training loads and reduce overuse injuries.
What to Expect During Your VALD Assessment
Initial Consultation: We discuss your injury history, training load and performance goals.
VALD Testing Session: Depending on your needs, this may include ForceDecks jump/landing analysis, single-leg strength and asymmetry testing, hip/knee/ankle strength profiling with the Dynamo, and balance and stability assessments.
Results Breakdown: You'll receive a clear explanation of your results, identification of key weaknesses or asymmetries, a tailored rehab or performance plan, and benchmarks to track your progress over time.
Follow-Up Testing: We retest at key points to make sure your program is working and adjust as needed.
Why Athletes Choose Performance Podiatry
- Clinicians experienced in sports biomechanics
- Technology used by elite sporting organisations
- Data-driven rehab and performance planning
- Clear, actionable results
- A focus on long-term resilience, not quick fixes
Book Your VALD Assessment
If you’re ready to understand your body better, recover faster and perform at a higher level, a VALD assessment is the smartest place to start.
Book online or call our clinic on (07) 3846 4800 to secure your session.
Want specific advice for your individual situation?
Make an appointment today on (07) 3846 4800.
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