Gait Analysis in
Harpenden.
Gait Analysis in
Harpendon.
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What is Gait Analysis?
Gait Analysis is the study of the way in which a person walks, for the purposes of diagnosis and treatment. In order to perform gait analysis, a number of different tools are used; video analysis and pressure plate analysis, as well as through the observation and interpretation skills of our highly trained team of specialists.
What is Pressure Plate Analysis?
Pressure Plate Analysis involves the use of innovative technology which is capable of identifying any problems concerned with abnormal foot pressures and movements that happen when a person is walking. These issues are impossible to detect with the naked eye alone, so pressure plate analysis is indispensable. To complement this, we also carry out a physical and treadmill examination, and this combination then allows us to accurately diagnose conditions of the lower limbs.
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Why is Gait Analysis important?
The Importance of Gait Analysis
If you have even a seemingly minor problem which has started to develop in your feet, this will cause subtle changes in the manner in which you walk, which in turn causes a chain reaction of adjustments in both your walking mechanism and also your posture. These adjustments then cause more serious problems to develop, due to the fact that they put stress on joints higher up your body.
In order to minimise these abnormal movements and thus stop further problems from developing, we use a combination of orthotics (supportive shoe inserts), and specific exercises which are specially designed and individualised. We are able to make the correct decision in regards to your treatment through the use of our bio-mechanical assessment.
We see a broad variety of different clients, all with varying requirements, including elite athletes and children, who need the correct orthotic device which is not only compatible with their shoes but also comfortable to wear and reasonably priced. Among the many different clients we see are also diabetic patients who come to see us in order to reduce pressure sores on their feet and also to prevent their foot problems from getting worse. For all our clients with all their various different requirements, we have many different options available, so their expectations are always met.
If you have any of the following issues,
you could benefit from Gait Analysis:
Pain when walking/running
High risk pressure areas which are underneath your foot
Diabetes
Being an athlete or taking part in any sport
Your child has foot problems
Pain in your foot, ankle, knee or hip
Problems involving your balance or posture
Flat feet, high arches or plantar fasciitis
Sore feet while standing for long periods of time
How can we help?
How We Can Help You:
by diagnosing your foot, knee or ankle pain
by providing you with a treatment program that is evidence-based and tailored to you as an individual
by identifying any potential injury risk you may have if you are an athlete, or if you are taking up a new sport
by providing you with an individual rehabilitation program in order to speed up recovery from injury, or to prevent injury from occurring in the first place