Gait Analysis
At Podogo, our podiatrist specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the foot, ankle and aspects of the lower limbs.
We receive regular referrals from Orthopedic surgeons who would like our podiatry gait specialists to carry out a gait analysis and biomechanical assessment. Following this detailed assessment our team can prescribe custom orthotics tailored to each individuals issue.
Podogo utilises video gait analysis with specialist gait software designed to achieve the most accurate diagnosis of the way we walk and run.
What is video Gait Analysis?
https://youtu.be/8m-8M8JkmGw
Gait Analysis involves running or walking for a few minutes on a treadmill while a video is made of the runner’s legs. This footage is then slowed down and analysed in detail by a podiatrist and will then explain their findings.
As well as helping runners to find the right orthotic through assessing the movement of the foot, video gait analysis also looks at the leg and body’s movement and efficiency to see if the analysis can help the runner further. By slowing the video down and viewing the different running stages in detail, podiatrists can help identify certain movements which may be triggering injuries or affecting running efficiency.
- Overpronation is when the feet roll inward too much
- Underpronation (or supination) is where the feet don’t roll inward enough.
Gait analysis matches the degree of pronation with the correct shoe type, with the aims of counter-balancing over or underpronation, helping reduce the risk of injury and improving running efficiency.
What is the main focus of a gait analysis?
Pronation is the natural inward roll of the foot as the outside part of the heel strikes the ground. This roll acts as a shock absorber for the leg and body, optimally distributing the force of the impact of the heel hitting the ground.
- Overpronation is when the feet roll inward too much
- Underpronation (or supination) is where the feet don’t roll inward enough.
Gait analysis matches the degree of pronation with the correct shoe type, with the aims of counter-balancing over or underpronation, helping reduce the risk of injury and improving running efficiency.
What conditions can a gait analysis assess for?
Gait analysis can be used to check foot function and a ray of foot pathologies, as well as your hips and knees. You may be overloading different areas of the foot and this may have a knock on effect to the knees and hips.
Issues that a gait analysis can assess for may include:
- Plantar fasciitis (heel pain)
- Achilles tendonitis
Neuroma - Flat foot
- Limb length
- Discrepancy
- Low limb issues
What treatments may be recommended following a gait analysis
Following the analysis, stretching and strengthening exercises may prescribed. Custom orthotics may be recommended, which are insoles you wear inside your footwear.
Additional treatment may include shockwave therapy for plantar fasciitis or achilles tendonitis, or steroid injections.
Stories from Our Customers
Get Relief
When you are looking for relief from pain, solutions to foot and ankle conditions, compassionate diabetic foot care management, or a luxurious medical-grade pedicure, it is all here at Podogo Foot Clinic. Book an appointment today at 17 Harley Street!
