Gait Analysis
At Foot Health Podiatry Clinic Galway, we recognise that proper movement is essential for maintaining a healthy, active lifestyle. Our cutting-edge Gait Analysis service uses advanced technology to thoroughly assess your movement patterns and joint angles, allowing us to pinpoint any dysfunctional patterns that could be causing pain or injury. Our analysis includes two main components: Video Gait Analysis and Dynamic Pressure Plate Analysis.
Video Gait Analysis
Features:
- High Definition Recording: Our advanced video analysis captures your gait in stunning detail, enabling us to examine every aspect of your movement.
- Multi Angle Observation:
We record from various angles to provide a comprehensive view of your gait, uncovering nuances that might be missed from a single perspective. - Frame by Frame Examination: Our specialists carefully analyse each frame of your gait, allowing for a thorough assessment of joint movement and alignment.
Benefits:
- Precise Movement Assessment: Video
analysis offers a detailed view of your body’s biomechanics, revealing even subtle deviations that may be contributing to pain or impacting
performance. - Tailored Intervention: By pinpointing specific areas of concern, we can design customised interventions and exercises to address your individual needs, promoting faster rehabilitation and improved performance.
- Progress Tracking:
Regular video gait analysis sessions allow us to monitor your progress over time, ensuring that your movement patterns are evolving as desired.
FOOTSCAN Dynamic Pressure Plate Analysis
Features:
- Real-Time Foot Pressure Mapping:
Our dynamic pressure plate provides immediate data on how you
distribute weight and pressure while walking, standing, or running. - Visualising High-Pressure Areas:
The pressure plate creates a visual map of your foot’s contact with the
ground, identifying high-pressure zones that could be causing
discomfort or injury. - Comprehensive Analysis: Our specialists assess your step cycle, foot arch, and pressure distribution to identify any imbalances and potential issues.
Benefits:
- In-Depth Foot Assessment:
Dynamic pressure plate analysis enables us to explore the interaction
between your feet and the ground, helping us identify issues that might
not be visible through visual observation alone. - Holistic Injury Prevention:
By identifying areas of excessive pressure, we can offer insights into
potential pain or injury causes further up the kinetic chain, addressing
broader issues that may affect your overall well-being. - Optimised Footwear and Orthotics:
The data from pressure analysis guides recommendations for suitable
footwear or orthotic devices, ensuring enhanced support and reducing
strain on specific areas of your feet.
