Improve your performance and stay injury-free
Whether elite, club or running for the first time we can help improve your performance and stay injury-free, through our comprehensive Running (Gait) Analysis, available at our premises on Artillery Business Park.
Running has been an extremely popular activity for decades and is still growing in momentum. Many who have never considered it previously have started to get the bug through easy-accessible programmes such as ‘Couch to 5K’, or even giving it a go at their local Park Run.
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All these elements will be examined with our highly qualified physiotherapists and addressed through specific treatment, gait-focused coaching cues and clear recommendations. A tailored training plan can make all the difference, with personalised exercise programmes and regular reviews to help you address any issues with flexibility, mobility, weakness or control.
Learn to listen to your body and get the most out of your running experience - call the team on: 07540 635388
Common running injuries linked to gait & training load
• Overuse • Biomechanical • Irritation of previous injury • Training error
Overuse and training error can be caused by an increase in running mileage, pace, frequency, and inadequate rest/recovery—resulting in pain or injury when the body does not have the capacity to tolerate the loads placed on it. Previous muscle and tendon problems can present a risk and are likely to reoccur if not addressed fully. The biomechanics of an individual’s running gait and style can contribute to inefficient effort and potential injury risk.
What does gait analysis involve?
An in-depth subjective assessment of any issues and an examination of training loads will be followed by an extensive objective assessment of the area in question. Specific individual tests will be done followed by capacity tests. This tells us more about how your different muscle groups are working and how they influence your running gait.
Treadmill video gait analysis (two-plane, slow-motion)
Running gait analysis will be carried out on a treadmill, measuring cadence and being filmed in two planes. We then analyse the footage in slow motion, identifying any predisposing movement patterns and coaching simple, actionable cues. Where appropriate, we’ll include gait retraining and targeted strength work to address overload.
"My 12 year old was unable to walk for 6 weeks due to balance problems. We spent one hour with Pauline and she works out what it is and how to cure it. "
Barbara Steadman
"The professional way in which Jane and her team have handled each injury has allowed me to return to my sport quickly but without risk of further injury and in most cases return stronger and fitter"
Michael Wilde New Saints FC
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We also accept AXA, Bupa, WPA and Aviva. Please contact us to confirm cover and any authorisation requirements.