Combining the latest Run3D technology with our expert understanding, we’ll get you back to your best.
Why 3D gait analysis?
Your lower limb is incredibly complex and it’s these complexities that allow you to do all your everyday activities. Whenever you run or walk your joints move in 3 dimensions. Being able to assess, measure and analyse these 3 dimensional joint movements means your treatment can be very specifically tailored to your exact needs.
Run3D and Walk3D were developed by a team of researchers from the University of Oxford. After investigating the biomechanics of running injuries, the vision was to bring the same gold-standard 3D motion analysis technology from the research lab into the real world.
Run3D and Walk3D utilise the power of world-leading Vicon motion capture technology to provide accurate 3D data about your walking or running technique. It is often described as “an MRI of your gait!”
What to expect
Reflective markers are applied to anatomical locations on the lower limb from the pelvis to the foot and these will build a virtual 3D real-time lower limb skeleton of you.
You will have the opportunity to get used to the treadmill before the data collection begins. Testing can be carried out at different speeds, wearing different shoes and with or without orthotics.
This real-time technology allows us to understand underlying problems such as balance issues, muscle weakness, increased or decreased joint motion, musculoskeletal asymmetry or errors in technique.
The in-depth data means we can get to the root cause of the problems and allows us to build your personal treatment plan based on scientific data – no guesswork required!
Your appointment will last around 2 hours and following the assessment you be given the opportunity to book a review appointment to discuss your results and recommended treatments. You will also get a printed report of all our findings and recommendations.
So whether you are chasing a qualifying time for the Olympic marathon, you spend your winters on the slopes and summers on your bike, or you like to play a bit of tennis in your spare time, you want to perform in the most optimal conditions. Free of injury on one hand, and as efficiently as possible on the other.
3D gait analysis is also perfect for walkers who are struggling with persistent musculoskeletal pain, or multi-joint issues that haven’t resolved with more traditional treatment modalities.
Good footwear which meets the needs of your feet is not always enough. 3D gait analysis provides you with scientifically backed, but easily understandable actions to help you get back to your best.
