Biomechanical Assessment
An in-depth assessment of your lower limb, foot function, and gait, to identify what's really causing your pain or discomfort.
What is a biomechanical assessment?
A biomechanical assessment is a detailed examination of how your feet, legs, and gait work together. It's used to investigate abnormalities that may be causing pain or discomfort when walking, running, or during sport and everyday activity, so your podiatrist can build the right treatment plan for you.
Why a biomechanical assessment might help
A few common issues are often traced back to how you walk or move.
Recurring pain
Ongoing foot, knee, hip, or heel pain that hasn't been explained
Sports-related discomfort
Pain that flares up during running or sport
Gait abnormalities
Uneven wear on shoes or an uneven walking pattern
Previous injury
Pain or compensation following an old injury
Who is this for?
A few situations where this assessment is worth booking.
You have ongoing foot, leg, or joint pain with no clear cause
You're active in sport and keep getting the same niggling injury
You've noticed changes in how you walk or stand
You've been recommended orthotics and want a proper assessment first
A thorough, hands-on assessment focused on how you move.
Assessment
Your podiatrist examines your foot function, gait, and lower limb
Analysis
They identify any abnormalities contributing to your pain or discomfort
Treatment plan
You'll receive tailored recommendations based on what's found. This may include exercises, footwear advice, changes to activity or insoles where appropriate.
Ready to book?
Get to the root cause of your pain with a full biomechanical assessment.