Advanced Biomechanics and Gait Assessment-Expert Analysis for Pain, Performance and Injury Prevention
Lower limb pain and gait issues are extremely common and can affect anyone, whether you are a runner, gym enthusiast, someone on your feet all day, or simply experiencing discomfort when walking. If you are struggling with recurring foot, ankle, knee, hip or lower back pain, an advanced biomechanical and gait assessment can provide the answers you need.
At Dr Foot Podiatry Clinic in Birmingham, we offer a comprehensive one-hour and twenty-minute biomechanics and gait assessment designed to accurately diagnose movement abnormalities and treat the underlying causes. This is a premium, in-depth clinical service that goes far beyond a standard foot check or basic pressure scan.
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What Does the Assessment Involve
Your consultation begins with a detailed history and clinical examination of the hips, knees, ankles and feet. Many symptoms in the lower limb are linked, so assessing the full kinetic chain is crucial. We review joint range of motion, alignment, muscle balance, mobility, and functional movement patterns.
Musculoskeletal Ultrasound for Accurate Diagnosis
A real time diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound scan is performed to assess soft tissue structures such as tendons, ligaments and fascia. This dynamic imaging technique allows us to identify issues like tendon irritation, plantar fascia changes, bursitis and muscular strain during movement. Ultrasound helps confirm the diagnosis and ensures your treatment plan is targeted and evidence-based.
TOG GaitScan Technology: Over One Million Data Points
We then perform a TOG GaitScan analysis, a sophisticated system used in professional sports and clinical biomechanics.
The platform collects over one million data points and uses 4096 sensors recording at 300 frames per second as you walk across the plate. This enables precise tracking of:
Pressure distribution through the foot
Timing of each phase of the gait cycle
Weight transfer patterns
Loading through ten key anatomical landmarks
Imbalances between the left and right foot
This level of detail is essential for diagnosing abnormal gait mechanics that may contribute to pain or reduce athletic performance.
Computerised Muscle Testing With microFET2
We also use wireless microFET2 digital handheld dynamometry to assess muscle strength.
This advanced, palm-sized device provides accurate, quantifiable force measurements, unlike subjective manual testing. It helps detect:
Weakness in quadriceps and hamstrings
Poor ankle stabiliser strength
Asymmetries affecting gait
Neuromuscular deficits linked to pain or injury
Designed to assist diagnosis and rehabilitation planning, the microFET2 system allows repeatable tracking of muscle performance during follow-up sessions. It is lightweight, cordless and powerful, ensuring precise results every time.
Custom Orthotics Tailored to Your Results
Following analysis, semi-custom orthotics are prescribed and manufactured based on your clinical findings and gait data. These devices help correct mechanical faults, reduce pain and improve function. Whether you are dealing with plantar fasciitis, flat feet, overpronation, running injuries or knee pain, orthotics can provide long term support and relief.
Personalised Clinical Report
You will receive a full medical report summarising:
Clinical examination findings
Ultrasound results
Gait and pressure analysis
Muscle testing data
Treatment recommendations
This ensures you fully understand your condition and pathway forward.
Who Can Benefit
This assessment is ideal for:
Runners and athletes
People with foot pain, heel pain, plantar fasciitis or Achilles issues
Patients with knee or hip pain linked to walking
Flat feet, high arches or unstable ankles
Long standing unexplained foot or leg pain
Those wanting to prevent injury or optimise movement
Take Control of Your Movement and Comfort
If recurring pain or walking issues are holding you back, an in-depth biomechanical assessment can provide solutions and a clear plan for recovery.
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