AxIT Muscle Strength Training

Performed by our physiotherapists, muscle strength testing at our Manchester clinic provides insight into strength and movement to guide personalised treatment.

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Specialist Services

Our AxIT Muscle Strength Testing in Manchester

AxIT is an all-in-one digital assessment system used in our sports rehabilitation programmes for muscle strength testing, enabling us to gather data from patients that manual testing cannot provide. We regularly supports patients such as:

1. Post-Injury Individuals

People recovering from injury who want objective data to guide rehabilitation progress and reduce reinjury risk.

2. Office Professionals

Office professionals with postural issues or recurring neck and shoulder symptoms linked to strength imbalances.

3. Active Individuals

Active individuals looking to identify weaknesses that limit performance or increase injury risk.

4. Older Adults

Older adults aiming to improve strength, balance, and confidence in movement to support fall prevention.

5. Athletes & Runners

Athletes and runners who seek functional muscle testing to guide return-to-sport decisions and performance improvement.

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How We Assess

How We Assess Your Injury

At Elite Performance Physio MCR, we utilise advanced testing technology and a clinical approach to guide your rehabilitation with accurate, meaningful data.

Our Assessment Using AxIT Technology

Our AxIT system supports detailed functional muscle testing as part of our wider physiotherapy services. This may include:

Force Plates to measure how force is applied to the ground during movement.
Upper Limb Dynamometers accurately measure shoulder and arm strength.
Lower Limb Dynamometers provide objective strength data for the lower body.

This allows us to track your rehabilitation progress, adjust training loads safely, and ensure strength levels match the physical demands of your sport or everyday activity.

Why This Helps Our Physiotherapists

Through muscle strength testing assessment, our physiotherapists are able to:

Identify imbalances early to reduce injury risk
Target muscle groups accurately
Diagnose conditions linked to weakness

Our physiotherapists use this data to guide personalised care and to determine the appropriate timing for activity progression.

Our Approach

How AxIT Testing Works

Our AxIT testing follows a structured process to give you information about your strength and movement.

Step 1: Initial Physiotherapy Assessment

Your AxIT strength testing begins with a physiotherapy assessment that includes a discussion of your symptoms or goals, as well as a movement screen to identify patterns, compensations, and areas of overload.

Step 2: Target Muscle Group Selection

Based on your assessment, we select the relevant muscles to test, such as glutes, hamstrings, quadriceps, calves, and key shoulder muscle groups.

Step 3: Testing Positions & Force Measurement

You are guided into specific positions to perform controlled strength efforts, allowing us to measure force output.

Step 4: Comparison & Progress Tracking

Results are compared between limbs and across sessions to identify imbalances and track changes over time.

Step 5: Physiotherapist-Led Interpretation & Plan

Your results are interpreted by a clinically trained physiotherapist and used to create a personalised rehabilitation or performance plan.

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What Our Clients Say

Our clients are at the heart of everything we do

Hear from clients who have elevated their performance and long-term well-being with our expert-led care.

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“Block book appointments to avoid disappointment! A professional vocalists best kept secret!! Dan has become a staple to my busy life as a performer. I try to book in as regular as possible if he has a slot available. Dan is amazing, the best in the business. I always leave feeling more relaxed, with clearer tone and ready for performance mode again. I have recommended him to other performers, reluctantly because i want to always make sure I can get an appointment. Thank you Dan!”

Chesqua - Professional Singer

“Dan is without doubt one of the best in his field of work. His knowledge and expertise is second to none. He has helped me not only physically by putting together a specialised plan for my injuries, but also mentally helping me understand by explaining everything throughly and intricately. Dan is warm, friendly and he genuinely cares about each of his clients. My sessions with Dan have not only begun to heal my injuries, but I have built strength, gained knowledge and it’s boosted my confidence. I come out of my sessions with spring in my step!”

Laura Harrison - Professional Music Theatre Performer

“After struggling with my knee for a few months, Dan popped round to make an assessment. He was clear, thoughtful, understood my lifestyle and my desire to get moving. He provided advice, guidance and hands on treatment that helped deal with the swelling and pain. I have recommended him to my son and you only do that when you trust someone to make a difference. Thank you Dan.”

Clare Hayward -Director At Cirus

“I’ve had the pleasure of being treated by Dan on two separate jobs, where he looked after my feet and voice. In only a few sessions I regained total mobility in my feet in a physically intensive show, and more recently have been making use of his vocal massage skills for a vocally demanding role. Dan has an amazing way of finding the crux of the issue and will resolve it with ease, reassurance and expertise. I would recommend Dan to anyone!”

Jed Berry - West End actor

“Dan is an extraordinarily effective physio who has helped me immediately with various joint and muscle problems over the last year and a half. In addition to the treatment he clearly explains the cause of the problems and gives exercises focusing on prevention of reoccurrence and strengthening of the area involved. I feel in great shape thanks to the treatment, core exercises and the inspiration he has given me to get back to running and exercising.”

A. Zuntz - Professional violinist

“An actress friend recommended Dan to me as I needed a vocal massage. I was on tour and my voice was getting tired. I didn’t think I would find someone in Manchester but then my friend told me about Dan. He was amazing. A really nice guy, I immediately felt comfortable and relaxed and he was so good. My voice felt so much better the next day. After that I saw him weekly, not just for my voice but for all the injuries I was sustaining on tour. He fixed my neck, back and calf, and I can’t thank him enough!”

Hayley Tamaddon - Professional actor

“I was referred to Dan by an NHS Speech and Language Therapist for laryngeal physiotherapy. Not only has Dan really helped me with this side of things, but he has also provided manual therapy and exercises for symptoms caused by autoimmune conditions and chronic pain. I am appreciative that Dan has liaised with the other healthcare professionals involved in my care as part of a holistic approach, and they have also appreciated this. He is honest and will tell you if something is likely to help or not and what may be realistic, and reviews your goals with you regularly. I would recommend him to anyone.”

Alexandra Brown - NHS psychologist

“Daniel has a real ability to understand his clients’ needs and implement the most powerful and integrative treatments. Superb in communication and application, he makes a real and lasting difference for successful recovery and physical development. With specific and varying needs, I always come away feeling empowered and reinvigorated. Dan’s the man and I will travel far and wide to get an appointment. Thanks Daniel!”

Rik Makarem - Professional actor

“Dan has helped me a lot with my piano playing related injuries and has gone further than any other physio I’ve had to combat the problem. I return regularly not only to maintain my wellbeing but to have a catch up too. I highly recommend Dan to anyone!”

Mackenzie Paget - Classical pianist

FAQs

Your Questions About AxIT Muscle Strength Testing

How is AxIT different from manual muscle testing?

AxIT measures muscle force using digital equipment to produce repeatable strength data, whereas manual muscle testing relies on therapist-applied resistance and observational grading.

Who should consider muscle strength testing?

Muscle strength testing is suitable for individuals recovering from injury, managing recurring symptoms, or preparing to return to their sport or higher levels of activity.

Is AxIT testing painful?

Muscle strength testing is suitable for individuals recovering from injury, managing recurring symptoms, or preparing to return to their sport or higher levels of activity.

How long does an AxIT strength assessment take?

An AxIT strength assessment typically takes around an hour or less, depending on the number of muscle groups tested.

How are the results used in physiotherapy treatment?

Results are interpreted by a physiotherapist and used to guide rehabilitation planning, loading decisions, and return-to-activity progression.