GAIT Analysis & Custom Orthotics

Understanding the movements of your body can tell you a lot about how your body works. Gait analysis is a powerful tool that can help athletes and everyday people gain insight into their movement patterns and improve their performance, mobility, and overall quality of life.

Our custom orthotics are based on video gait analysis, which allows us to provide a tailored and personalized approach to your foot health. With our cutting-edge technology and experienced team, we guarantee comfortable and reliable relief from your foot issues.

What is Gait Analysis and How Does It Work?

Gait analysis is a sophisticated diagnostic tool used by medical professionals and athletes to optimize performance and prevent injuries.

This analysis involves evaluating an individual’s walking or running biomechanics using advanced technologies, which helps in recommending the most suitable footwear and orthotic inserts. During a video gait analysis, the individual’s movements are captured by cameras as they walk or run on a treadmill. This data allows podiatrists to assess each phase of the gait cycle, identifying potential issues that could be causing pain or affecting performance. Based on these insights, custom orthotics are designed to correct specific biomechanical faults. These tailored orthotics are proven to alleviate conditions like plantar fasciitis, heel pain, and arch discomfort. The comprehensive evaluation and follow-up enable ongoing customization of orthotics and rehabilitation plans to ensure optimal foot health and functionality.

What are the benefits of Gait analysis?

Gait analysis is a powerful tool for evaluating the movement and performance of athletes or everyday people.

By assessing an athlete’s gait biomechanics, trainers and medical professionals can identify potential injury risks, improve running efficiency, and enhance overall performance. Gait analysis can provide invaluable insights into how an athlete moves, enabling them to make meaningful changes in their training that can lead to improved performance and reduced risk of injury.

Gait analysis has many advantages. It can help identify an individual’s movement habits, track improvement over time, and observe any changes in movement that could be linked to injury or illness. It can also provide personalized rehabilitation and exercise programs for enhanced performance.

Common FAQs

What are the abnormalities you look for during gait analysis?

Gait analysis is a valuable tool used to identify and diagnose gait abnormalities. It involves observing the patient's walking pattern, looking for impairments in their movement such as asymmetry, speed, and stride length. During a gait analysis, healthcare professionals look for signs of instability, muscle weakness, or other abnormalities that can cause pain, decrease mobility or even lead to further complications. Our Board Certified Podiatrists can make informed decisions about treatment plans and rehabilitation goals by obtaining an accurate picture of the patient's walking pattern.

Do you need your gait analyzed regularly?

Proper gait analysis is essential for any serious runner who wants to improve their performance and reduce their risk of injury. Regular gait analysis can help identify any flaws or weaknesses in your running technique so that you can work on correcting them. Having your gait analyzed at least once a year ensures that your body and running form always work together efficiently and effectively.

When can I expect to get the results from my gait analysis?

Gait analysis is a powerful tool for understanding how we move and take care of our feet. With the help of gait analysis, our registered podiatrists can diagnose foot and ankle problems quickly and accurately. After your gait has been recorded, your Board Certified Podiatrist will be able to provide you with an immediate review of your gait and show you what the results from the analysis mean in real-time. This way, you'll understand any issues that may be causing pain or discomfort in your feet or ankles so that they can be addressed immediately.

How do custom foot orthotics help?

Custom foot orthotics are designed to provide comfortable and supportive relief from various foot, ankle, and knee pains. Through their precise design and fitting, they help improve balance, reduce strain on the lower body, and promote recovery after injury. These orthotics provide immediate relief and can help prevent future pain or injury by providing long-term support for your feet.

How can custom foot orthotics benefit you?

Custom orthotics are a great way to help improve the quality of life by providing support to your feet and legs. They can reduce chronic and acute sports injuries, improve balance and stability, and increase confidence in sports performance. They also provide cushioning to reduce the impact of activities that involve weight bearing, making them ideal for athletes of all levels.