Gait and Posture Analysis

A basic analysis of a patient’s gait and posture provides information about the alignment and weight bearing structures of body and the capability of the musculoskeletal system to adjust to physical stressors. An understanding of normal gait and posture is essential for identifying and treating musculoskeletal pain. This information reveals common musculoskeletal conditions and their association with the abnormal gait and posture as it presents.  There are several symptoms or conditions that may require a biomechanical assessment including flat feet with dropped arches, lower limb pain exhibited with walking and running, foot drop, hip hitching, a waddling or shuffling gait or and an overall abnormal walking pattern.  We work closely with podiatrists who may also be able to assist the problem by providing orthotics and along with our physiotherapy routines, daily exercise programme and self-management routines and re-educated walking pattern.