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As technological advancements continue to play a pivotal role in enhancing patient care and improving treatment outcomes. One such innovation making waves in the field of musculoskeletal assessment is the MicroFET 2 Handheld Dynamometer for manual muscle testing. This compact and versatile handheld dynamometer is proving to be an indispensable tool across various medical disciplines. In this article, we will explore the MicroFET 2's best uses and the impact it has on patient assessment, reh …

For physical therapy, technological advancements play a pivotal role in enhancing patient outcomes and streamlining the rehabilitation process. One such innovation that is used ofter in physical therapy is the MicroFET 2 handheld dynamometer. It is a modern adaptation of the time-tested art of hands-on manual muscle testing.This compact device has proven to be an invaluable tool for physical therapists, offering a range of applications that contribute to more precise assessments, targe …

Manual muscle testing (MMT) is an assessment used by medical professionals to grade muscle strength and function of various muscles. This assessment can be done without modern day devices that take various measurements to determine muscle strength. Historically, before devices were used, manual muscle tests were given when a practitioner provided resistance against the muscle or muscle groups being tested. based on how the patient performed against the practitioner's resistance, a test grade/sco …

Manual Muscle Testing is an assessment of muscle strength done by physical therapists, occupational therapists, chiropractors, kinesiologists, physiologists or other researchers and professionals for evaluation of weakness that can differentiate true weakness from imbalance or poor endurance. This kind of assessment is referred to by a few different names, like muscle strength grading, motor testing, but most often is referred to as manual muscle testing.Methods for Manu …