Biomechanical Assessment
Discover The Root Cause of Your Foot and Leg Pain
At Stride Footcare, we believe that effective treatment starts with understanding how you move. Our comprehensive biomechanical assessment examines your gait, posture, and foot function to pinpoint the reasons behind chronic pain or recurring discomfort. Whether you’re suffering from plantar fasciitis, flat feet, or general lower limb pain, our expert podiatrists use this detailed evaluation to recommend the most effective treatment options tailored just for you.
What Happens in a Biomechanical Assessment?
A biomechanical assessment is a detailed, hands-on evaluation of how your body moves—designed to uncover any abnormalities or imbalances that may be contributing to your pain or discomfort.
Initial Consultation:
We begin with a conversation about your symptoms, lifestyle, footwear habits and previous treatments to understand your concerns.Observation & Analysis:
Our podiatrist assesses your walking and running patterns, your posture, special tests and examines the function of your body to get the whole picture.Tailored Recommendations:
Based on the findings, we suggest a personalised treatment plan that might include custom orthotics, shockwave therapy, targeted exercises, or supportive footwear recommendations.
This assessment is your first step toward treating the root cause—not just the symptoms—of your foot or leg pain.
Why It Matters
The way you walk and move, or the shoes you wear, can have a big impact on your function and pain. A biomechanical assessment helps us identify factors and reduce your risk accordingly to a range of pathology including:
Plantar fasciitis
Achilles tendonitis
Shin splints
Morton’s Neuroma
Plantar Plate Tear
Bursitis
Calcaneal Apophysitis (Sever’s Disease)
Osteoarthritis and more
By identifying these issues early, we can help you avoid injury, improve comfort, and support your mobility long term.
Benefits of a Biomechanical Assessment
Accurate Diagnosis: Understand the cause of pain rather than just treating the symptoms.
Tailored Treatments: Receive recommendations that are specific to your unique movement and structure.
Long-Term Relief: Prevent recurring injuries by addressing imbalances and optimizing your biomechanics.
Improved Performance: Whether you’re an athlete or looking to improve everyday comfort, better mechanics mean enhanced movement efficiency.