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Gait and Biomechanical analysis
Align your movement, restore your performance
What is Gait & Biomechanical Analysis?
Insight-Driven Gait Analysis – Align Your Movement, Restore Your Performance.
Gait and Biomechanical Analysis is a detailed clinical assessment used to understand how a person walks, runs, and moves, and how these movement patterns may contribute to pain or injury. It evaluates the alignment, function, and coordination of the feet, ankles, knees, and lower limbs to identify abnormal loading or imbalances. By analysing pressure distribution, joint movement, and muscle activity, clinicians can detect underlying mechanical issues that may be causing conditions such as foot, heel, or tendon pain. This assessment is commonly used in podiatry to guide personalised treatment plans, including orthotics, rehabilitation exercises, and footwear recommendations.
Conditions We Treat
From runners injuries to persistent discomfort, we treat a wide range of lower limb conditions including:
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Explore our full list of conditions, symptoms, and treatment plans. Each condition page connects back here so you can learn how podiatry plays a role in managing it.
What is the process of having your gait & biomechanics analysed ?
Gait and Biomechanical Analysis is a step-by-step assessment that evaluates how you walk, run, and move to identify issues contributing to pain or injury. It involves observing your movement, assessing alignment and foot mechanics, and using our state of the art video and pressure plate analysis. The results are then reviewed with you and a personalised treatment plan is created, which may include orthotics, footwear advice, and rehabilitation exercises to improve function and reduce symptoms.
How gait analysis informs clinical decision-making
The value of Gait and Biomechanical Analysis lies in its ability to identify the root cause of pain or injury, rather than just treating symptoms.
Many foot, ankle, knee, and even hip problems are driven by how you move, not just where it hurts. This assessment reveals subtle issues in foot mechanics, alignment, and load distribution that often go unnoticed in a standard clinical exam. By understanding how forces travel through your lower limbs during walking or running, clinicians can pinpoint the exact cause of overuse, instability, or recurring injury.
Foot Factor provides Expert Podiatry Treatment Tailored to You.
At Foot Factor, our podiatrists specialise in diagnosing and treating foot pain with precision and expertise. With advanced gait analysis, bespoke orthotics, and sports-focused podiatry care, we don’t just identify the problem—we provide a targeted solution to get you back to moving pain-free. Book a consultation today and take the first step toward lasting relief.
Why choose Foot Factor?
Same-Day Orthotics
No waiting weeks—crafted in just 90 minutes.
Elite-Level Expertise
Born in France, made in London. Our expert podiatrists and orthotics specialists have been keeping our clients on their feet for over 25 years.
Athlete-Proven Technology
Developed with world-class athletes, we can help you maintain your active lifestyle.
Comprehensive Treatment
From the moment you arrive, you'll receive personalised, compassionate care, with a focus on making you feel heard, understood, and supported throughout your treatment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Have any additional questions?
Please see our FAQs section under Resources or email us at info@footfactor.com