Gait Analysis Services
Discover gait analysis services from our team at Injury Mechanics to learn more about your movement patterns, and discover how to optimise them.
At Injury Mechanics, we understand the impact that gait has on the body well, and how sub-optimal gait can lead to uneven physical stress, joint wear, muscles imbalances and higher risk of injury and falls.
Through our gait analysis services, one of our specialists will work with you to develop an understanding of your goals, injuries and current habits to form a solid plan.
What is gait analysis?
Gait analysis is the process of assessing how you walk or run to evaluate your body’s biomechanics and movement patterns.
In our clinical setting, we’ll use a mixture of 3D motion capture and force plate testing to spot imperfections or inconsistencies which may not be visible to the naked eye.
What's the difference between gait analysis and biomechanical analysis?
There is some crossover between gait analysis and biomechanical analysis, but they are different, and serve different purposes.
A biomechanical analysis is a comprehensive physical examination of your body's static and dynamic framework, looking at joint range of motion, muscle strength, bone alignment, flexibility and more.
On the other hand, gait analysis has a more specific focus on movement patterns whilst the body is in motion, looking how weight transfers through the body, how the feet strike the ground, and stride timing.
Running gait assessment and analysis in Manchester and Leyland
If you’re looking for running gait assessment and analysis services in Manchester or Leyland, look no further than Injury Mechanics. Our experienced team uses a scientific, evidence-backed approach to supporting you to reach your goals.
To learn more about your body and your movement patterns, get in touch with our team today.
Signs you might need a gait analysis
There are a few common reasons for which you may need a gait analysis. Here are the key signs:
With any of these issues, a gait analysis may be able to uncover the underlying root causes, and what can be done to improve them.
Who gait analysis services actually benefits
Gait analysis can benefit:
Anybody going through injury rehabilitation;
Any athletes dealing with persistent pain;
Or, even those looking to optimise their sports performance.
This service can be particularly useful for runners and other athletes, new or experienced, who are looking to prevent overuse injuries, or amend running inefficiencies.
What happens during a gait analysis assessment
Our next level altitude training, based in Bolton, involves 4 main procedures:
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Our team are known to be approachable, professional, friendly, knowledgeable, caring and down to earth. If you would like to book an appointment with the Injury Mechanics team, fill out the contact form or use our simple online appointment booking system.
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Our team are known to be approachable, professional, friendly, knowledgeable, caring and down to earth. If you would like to book an appointment with the Injury Mechanics team, fill out the contact form or use our simple online appointment booking system.