2021 User Group Meeting

When & Where

October 29th & 30th, 2021

Ability360
5031 E Washington St
Phoenix, AZ 85034

Ability360 is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit corporation. Through its comprehensive programs, Ability360 touches the lives of individuals with disabilities and addresses the disability concerns of their family members, co-workers and employers.

The Noraxon User Meeting is a unique event that features hands-on workshops and guest lecture sessions to help you expand your expertise in operating your Noraxon system, developing testing protocols, and interpreting biomechanical data. Each session is taught by a long-time Noraxon user or technical support specialist. This is an important event that supports collaboration and networking between all attendees and interaction with the Noraxon team.

The Noraxon User Group Meeting is a FREE event for Software Maintenance Subscribers. As a subscriber, you’re entitled to 2 free entries to the meeting. Please reach out to chelsea.bennett@noraxon.com for the promo code or for any assistance in registering.

If you are not a Software Maintenance Subscriber, the User Group Meeting is $195.00 per ticket.

*This schedule is subject to change as speakers and workshop sessions are finalized.

Friday – 9 am to 4:30 pm
8:30 amRegistration
9:00 amWelcome and Introductions
9:30 amGuest Speaker Lecture
10:00 amGuest Speaker Lecture
10:30 amCoffee Break
11:00 amWorkshop Session 1
12:15 pmLunch break
1:15 pmHost Lecture and Facility Tour
1:45 pmNoraxon R&D Sneak Peak
2:30 pmWorkshop Session 2
3:45 pmGuest Speaker Lecture
4:15 pmClosing Remarks
6:00 pmEvening Social at Culinary Dropout
Saturday – 9 am to 3 pm
8:30 amWelcome and Coffee
9:00 amGuest Speaker Lecture
9:30 amMR3 Workshop
10:00 amCoffee break
10:15 amWorkshop Session 3
11:30 amFeatured Guest Lecture
12:00 pmLunch break
1:00 pmWorkshop Session 4
2:15 pmUser Feedback
2:45 pmClosing Remarks

Anyone using or interested in using Noraxon equipment. This event brings together subject matter experts, researchers, clinicians, ergonomists, and technicians.

  • Lunch and coffee breaks both days
  • Food and drinks at Culinary Dropout Friday evening
  • Lecture handouts, when applicable

Tickets are available on Eventbrite. Click here to register.

This event is free for Software Maintenance Subscribers. Subscribers should have received an email with a promo code to apply during event registration. If you have not received this information or you are having trouble registering, please email our Marketing Manager at chelsea.bennett@noraxon.com.

If you are not a Software Maintenance Subscriber, this event is $195 per ticket.

Ability360 is close to the Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport and there are many hotel options nearby. Here are few recommendations near the venue:

Meeting Program & Speakers

The most updated schedule with Guest Speaker presentation and workshop topics is posted here:  2021 User Meeting Program.

Featured Guest Lectures:

  • “Preseason Movement Screens: Should Fatigue be Considered?” Kevin Robinson
  • “The Importance of Gluteal Muscle Training in Addressing Lower Extremity Pathomechanics” Chris Powers
  • “Using Technology as a Strategy to Drive Clinical Outcomes” Ken Johnson
  • “The Running Blueprint” Kevin Vandi
  • “Protecting Elite Athletes: Principles in Screening and Monitoring” Dustin Nabhan

Technical Workshops:

  • Addressing Lower Extremity Pathomechanics with EMG Biofeedback with Chris Powers
  • Preseason & Return-to-Play Screening Using Motion Capture and Force Plates with Kevin Robinson
  • POI Report Customization with Lindsey Hennington
  • Period Definition & Averaged Curves Report Customization with Lindsey Hennington
  • Using Technology for Real-Time Running Biofeedback with Kevin Vandi
  • Preseason & Return-to-Play Screening Using Motion Capture and Force Plates with Kevin Robinson
  • Capturing the Kinematic Sequence Using Ultium Motion with Zach Scarano

**While we are anticipating this to be an in-person event, we are keeping a close eye on CDC recommendations to ensure everybody’s safety and we will be following their advice on indoor gatherings.