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Norm from CSMI
Voted the best isokinetics system by isokinetics.net users!!!
The BEST just keeps getting better! the HUMAC NORM is the number one solution for measuring and improving performance in the clinic, training room, and research laboratory.

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360 from CSMI
The latest inervation in human performance measurement.

The HUMAC360 is a small box that offers big results. Measuring 4” x 4” x 4” and weighing just 4 pounds, the HUMAC360 attaches to any patient or exercise equipment in seconds, using a 16’ retractable nylon belt. When the belt is pulled the HUMAC Software reports velocity, distance, and if a weight is recorded, power. These functional parameters are displayed on the screen for proper pacing and distance and in reports for evidence based rehabilitation. It could not be easier. 

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What is Isokinetic

16 December 2010 Last Updated on 04 August 2011 Paul Spencer-Wimpenny
Isokinetic (n)  is a term used to describe a type of movement or exercise.
Isokinetic or Isokinetics Definition:
The word isokinetic is most commonly used in sports science and medicine. In these settings isokinetic defines a type of exercise or movement.
Translated literally isokinetic (i·so·ki·net·ic pronounced ī'sō-kə-nĕt'ĭk) means movement at a constant speed. Listen to how to pronounce isokinetic below:

What is Isometric

23 December 2010 Last Updated on 04 August 2011 Paul Spencer-Wimpenny
The term isometric (n) comes from the Greek "ios" which means the same, and "metric" which means distance. i·so·met·ric (s-mtrk) Combined together they make a static contraction where there is no perceivable motion. There are two types of isometric resistance:-

What is Isotonic

23 December 2010 Last Updated on 04 August 2011 Paul Spencer-Wimpenny
Isotonic (n) literally means equal tension. In exercise science isotonic contraction is a contraction in which the tension remains constant as the muscle shortens or lengthens. i·so·ton·ic (adj.) (s-tnk)

Concentric

16 December 2010 Last Updated on 04 August 2011 Paul Spencer-Wimpenny
Concnetric (n)  con·cen·tric is a term used to describe a type of movement or exercise.
Concentric Definition:
The word concentric is most commonly used in sports science and medicine. In these settings concentric defines a type of exercise or movement.

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Eccentric

16 December 2010 Last Updated on 04 August 2011 Paul Spencer-Wimpenny
Eccentric (n)  ec·cen·tric is a term used to describe a type of movement or exercise.
Eccentric Definition:
The word concentric is most commonly used in sports science and medicine. In these settings eccentric defines a type of exercise or movement.

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